Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Bheki Nkosi, has condemned the setting alight of a Metrorail train at Park Station, where a number of coaches were burnt by unknown people around 04h00 this morning.
“This act is a setback to the department’s vision of providing a world-class transport infrastructure system that is environmentally sustainable, safe, reliable, efficient and fully integrated,” he said.
MEC Nkosi further called on anyone with information that can assist the investigation to come forward and share the information with the relevant authorities.
Nkosi has also expressed his support for Metrorail’s commitment to assist in mitigating the effects of the strike by running a reduced service during peak times in Gauteng, while efforts aimed at finding a final conclusion is being pursued.
“This will indeed assist the stranded commuters who have been heavily affected by the strike.”
The MEC has also expressed hope that an amicable solution to the salary negotiations is found sooner.
For more information, contact:
Philemon Motshwaedi
Spokesperson
Tel: 011 355 7466
Cell: 083 648 6870
E-mail: Philemon.motshwaedi@gauteng.gov.za
Issued by: Department of Roads and Transport, Gauteng Provincial Government
25 May 2010
