Protests Erupt in Noida as Factory Workers Demand Fair Wages
Noida workers protest low wages: ‘We work 12 hours a day, earn just ₹13,000’
Hindustan Times
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Factory workers in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, protested low wages, leading to violent clashes with police. Workers, earning only ₹13,000 for 12-hour shifts, demand a salary increase to ₹20,000, citing rising living costs. The protests have caused significant traffic disruptions in the area.
- 01Protests turned violent after police action against workers.
- 02Workers demand wage increases to ₹20,000 for 8-hour shifts.
- 03Current wages of ₹13,000 are insufficient for basic living expenses.
- 04Traffic congestion resulted from the protests, affecting commuters.
- 05Local authorities are discussing workers' rights and overtime pay.
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A protest by factory workers in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, escalated into violence on Monday after police clashed with demonstrators demanding higher wages. Workers at the Hosiery Complex reported earning just ₹13,000 per month for 12-hour shifts, far below their demand of ₹20,000 for an 8-hour workday. Many expressed frustration over stagnant wages amidst rising living costs, including increased rent and gas prices. The protests, which have been ongoing for several days, led to significant traffic disruptions, particularly on the Delhi-Noida DND Flyway, as authorities closed the Chilla Border. In response, Noida District Magistrate Medha Roopam met with labor officials to address workers' concerns regarding overtime pay, bonuses, and workplace safety. The situation remains tense as heavy police presence is maintained in the area.
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The protests highlight the economic struggles faced by factory workers in Noida, impacting their ability to support families amid rising costs.
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