The Fiji Sugar Corporation (FSC) locomotive drivers are under scrutiny due to allegations of misuse of office. Reports suggest that some drivers may be consuming kava during their work hours. This concern was raised by farmers from the Wainikoro Sector in Labasa to the Minister for Sugar and Multi-Ethnic Affairs, Charan Jeath Singh.
Mr. Singh expressed a firm stance against such behavior, stating that his ministry and the FSC will not accept any misconduct. Farmers have voiced concerns that some drivers may have intentionally delayed their train trips for sugarcane transportation due to kava consumption.
Additionally, the ministry is looking into a recent fatal accident that happened in Lausa, Tavua, and Mr. Singh is awaiting feedback from the FSC regarding this incident. To enhance monitoring of the locomotive drivers, Mr. Singh has requested the installation of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology in locomotives.
He emphasized the importance of tracking the locations of both individuals and locomotives to ensure timely deliveries to interior farms, which is crucial for maximizing sugarcane production for the mill.