NHM employees’ strike in Telangana continues as 17,541 staff demand regularisation, equal pay

The National Health Mission (NHM) strike in Telangana continues as 17,541 employees demand regularisation of their services and equal pay, entering its fourth day on Friday. The protesting workers, who started their protest on October 13, are seeking similar benefits to those offered to employees in other states, including health insurance, job security, and improved salaries.

NHM State general secretary Rama Rajesh Khanna urged the immediate implementation of "equal pay for equal work" and the provision of health cards and health insurance for all NHM staff members. The employees, who have been working for up to 20 years and performing duties on par with regular government employees, argue that their services remain unregularised.

They also demand 180 days of paid maternity leave for female staff members, along with job security for all NHM personnel. The strike will persist until the government responds positively to their demands.