Protests erupted in IMT Manesar, Gurugram, India, as approximately 7,000 contractual workers staged a strike demanding better wages and working conditions. The unrest followed tensions at Honda Scooter and Motorcycle India Private Limited, prompting workers from various companies to join the protest. In response, police enforced Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, which prohibits gatherings of five or more people. Officers used lathi charge to disperse the crowd, leading to injuries among protesters and a chaotic scene as workers fled in panic. Despite a recent 35% increase in minimum wages approved by the Haryana government, many workers reported stagnant pay, earning around ₹12,000 (approximately $145 USD) per month for long shifts. The Deputy Commissioner of Gurugram urged for dialogue between workers and management to address grievances, emphasizing the need for public safety and order in the area. Security has been heightened across IMT Manesar as authorities seek to maintain peace amid ongoing tensions.