Dharmanagar warehouse workers protest against exploitation, seek fair pay
Dharmanagar, Dec 04, 2023, TRIPURATIMES Desk
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Dharmanagar, Dec 4: Allegations of exploiting workers at Indian food warehouses in Dharmanagar were raised against a contractor.
A group of 53 temporary workers, employed since 2006, is demanding fair pay and has filed a case in the Tripura High Court against contractor Johnny Oberoi alias Rajat Nandi.
The allegations involved- irregular payments, commission deductions, and tampering with provident fund records.
Irked at the development the workers raised their voice and threatened a permanent strike, which could impact food warehouse supplies.
The workers sought intervention of concerned officials to address their demand and ensure fair treatment.