Strike over DA sees mixed outcomes in Bengal; 75% absent at Calcutta HC, Nabanna, block offices report high attendance

A strike by West Bengal government employees demanding Dearness Allowance (DA) arrears has seen mixed outcomes across the state, with high attendance reported in some block offices and Nabanna, while Calcutta High Court saw 75% absenteeism. The protest is organized by the 'Sangrami Joutha Mancha' to demand payment of DA arrears and implementation of a Supreme Court directive.

13 Mar, 07:13 — 14 Mar, 03:30

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Why this matters

Dearness Allowance (DA) is a cost of living adjustment paid to government employees and pensioners, and its timely payment is a recurring point of contention between employees and state governments. This strike highlights ongoing labor disputes and the financial pressures on state administrations, impacting public services and employee morale.

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A strike was called by a section of Bengal government employees
The strike's primary demand was for dearness allowance (DA) arrears
The 'Sangrami Joutha Mancha' organized the protest

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75% absence was reported at Calcutta High Court due to the strike

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High attendance was reported at Nabanna and block offices

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The protest aims to implement a recent Supreme Court direction on DA

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Specific attendance figures for Calcutta High Court, Nabanna, and block offices

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hinduMostly Factual117d ago

Section of Bengal govt employees on ‘cease-work’ over dearness allowance dues

The protest, called by the ‘Sangrami Joutha Mancha’ to press the State government for payment of DA arrears, and implementation of a recent Supreme Court direction on the issue

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indian-expressMostly Factual116d ago