Ashok Singh, Vice President of the Indian National Trade Union Congress (INTUC), and Pawan Kumar, Vice President of the Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), discussed the ongoing protests by workers in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, citing stagnant minimum wages and deteriorating working conditions as primary causes. Singh emphasized that workers earning ₹10,000 (approximately $120 USD) a month struggle to meet basic needs, while Kumar pointed out that the minimum wage has not been revised in 14 years. Both leaders criticized the government's failure to hold the Indian Labour Conference since 2015, which previously facilitated discussions among workers, employers, and the government. They argued that recent changes to labor laws have been made without proper consultation, leading to increased job insecurity. The leaders also highlighted the need for stronger enforcement of labor laws, including restoring the powers of factory inspectors, to ensure fair treatment of workers. They called for better dialogue between the government and trade unions to address these pressing issues and improve the welfare of workers across India.