Workers' Struggle: The Human Cost of a Desperate Hunger Strike



In a heart-wrenching display of desperation, two contract workers in Chhattisgarh, India, risked their lives by undertaking a fast unto death to protest their grievances. Prem Rajput and Shrikant Laskar, along with other workers, had been participating in an ongoing hunger strike since July 19, demanding justice and fair treatment. However, the toll of their relentless protest took a severe toll on their health, leading to their admission to the hospital. This blog post delves into the plight of these brave workers, shedding light on their struggle and the urgent issues they are advocating for.

Prem Rajput and Shrikant Laskar's decision to undertake a fast unto death highlights the dire circumstances faced by contract workers in Chhattisgarh. The workers, united under the Chhattisgarh Sarv Vibhagiya Samvida Karmchari Mahasangh, were seeking to draw attention to their long-standing grievances and demand better working conditions, fair wages, and job security. The extremity of their protest serves as a desperate cry for justice and a call to address the systemic issues faced by contract workers.

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