BDP MPs report to striking workers

Rammidi told the ecstatic crowd that the ruling party backbench met on Monday where they discussed ways of solving the strike, adding that he was hopeful that a solution of sorts would be worked out to resolve the standoff between government and the striking employees.

"Yesterday (Monday) we met with other MPs, to find a solution to this issue. Once the matter has been thoroughly discussed and a resolution reached we will come back and brief you. Today we just wanted to come and greet you.  If I knew how to sing, I would sing for you. There is a church song that talks about dancing with joy, urging you to continue being happy. That is my message to you now," he said.