November 22, 2008

NLC contract workers begin indefinite strike

It is reported that about 13,000 contract workers of Neyveli Lignite Corporation has began an indefinite strike to press their charter of demands including regularization of services.

Their other demands include provision of housing, medical and transport allowances and bonus.

Mr Kuppuswamy president of All India Trade Union Congress said that the strike would continue till the demands are implemented.

It may be noted that, on March 29th 2008, contract workers went on indefinite strike but following intervention of Mr Arcot Veeraswamy Tamil Nadu power minister, the strike was called off after 12 days.

Meanwhile, workers said that despite the minister's assurance, their demands have not been implemented. Hence they decided to go on indefinite strike.