Indian police used tear gas on Monday to disperse factory workers protesting in Noida, an industrial suburb of India's capital. The clashes entered their fourth day as vehicles were torched and stones pelted at security personnel.
Key Takeaways
Indian police used tear gas to disperse violent protests by factory workers in Noida demanding better wages and working conditions. The clashes entered their fourth day with vehicles torched and stones thrown.
- Police fired tear gas on Monday to quell the protest in Noida's industrial district
- Workers demand fixed duty hours, paid overtime, and adherence to federal guidelines
- Similar protests in Haryana last week led to a 35% minimum wage hike nationwide
- Local authorities urge protesters to discuss demands with the government peacefully
The protests erupted amid rising living costs worldwide due to the US-Israeli war in Iran curbing fuel supplies. Similar demonstrations in Haryana last week prompted a 35% increase in minimum wages nationwide, according to all reports.
Protesters like Vinay Mahoti, who works at a hosiery company in Noida, demanded fixed duty hours, paid overtime, and adherence to federal guidelines. Visuals from news agency ANI showed dozens marching while chanting slogans as security personnel in anti-riot gear looked on.
Local police stated they used 'minimum force' to maintain law and order. Narendra Kashyap, a legislator from Uttar Pradesh where Noida is located, called on protesters to discuss their demands with the government. The Gautam Budh Nagar police said senior officials were making persistent efforts to counsel workers and urge them to maintain peace.
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