Amethi ASHA Workers Protest, Demand Higher Honorarium And State Employee Status
ASHA workers in Amethi district continued their sit-in protest over the demand for an increase in honorarium.
ASHA workers in Amethi district continued their sit-in protest over the demand for an increase in honorarium.
At the CHC campus in the district, ASHA Bahu workers and ASHA Sanginis staged a strong demonstration and raised their seven-point demands.
The workers handed over a memorandum to the CHC superintendent. The memorandum was addressed to the CMO and was submitted to the CHC Superintendent, Tiloi.
Their demands include a monthly honorarium of ₹18 thousand for ASHA workers and ₹24 thousand for ASHA Sanginis.
They also demanded the status of state employees, along with the benefits of EPF-ESI and pension.
Another demand included in the memorandum is a one-time assistance of ₹10 lakh at the time of retirement.
The ASHA workers warned that if their demands are not fulfilled, they will begin an indefinite sit-in and boycott work.
The workers said, “मांगें पूरी होने तक जारी रहेगा आंदोलन,” meaning the movement will continue until the demands are met.
Frequently asked questions
Why are ASHA workers in Amethi protesting?
ASHA workers in Amethi are protesting to demand a higher honorarium, state employee status, EPF-ESI benefits, pension, and retirement assistance.
What honorarium have the workers demanded?
They have demanded a monthly honorarium of ₹18,000 for ASHA workers and ₹24,000 for ASHA Sanginis.
Where did the ASHA workers stage their protest?
They staged the sit-in protest and demonstration at the CHC campus in Amethi district.
What warning did the ASHA workers give if their demands are not met?
They warned that they will begin an indefinite sit-in and boycott work if their demands are not fulfilled.
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