Conservancy workers suspend stir after state agrees to key demands
NULM conservancy workers have temporarily paused protests after the state agreed to several demands, including a ₹50 daily food allowance from October 1. Next talks on October 3.
Conservancy workers employed under the National Urban Livelihoods Mission (NULM) have temporarily called off their protests following a round of negotiations with the State government. The talks, held on Tuesday, resulted in an agreement on several outstanding demands, providing immediate relief to the agitating workers.
A key concession secured during the discussions is the introduction of a food allowance of ₹50 per day, which will come into effect from October 1. This measure is expected to ease the financial burden on workers who have been demanding better remuneration and working conditions.
While the current impasse has been resolved for now, the process is not yet complete. Both sides have scheduled the next round of negotiations for October 3, where remaining issues are expected to be taken up. The temporary suspension of the protest indicates a cautious optimism among workers, who are awaiting the full implementation of the agreed terms.
The development marks a significant step in addressing the grievances of conservancy staff, who play a critical role in maintaining urban sanitation. Further clarity on the remaining demands is likely to emerge after the upcoming talks.