Chennai, 9 July (H.S.): Sanitation workers in Thoothukudi are escalating their protest, urging the state government to implement the changes promised to their service conditions and welfare measures. The workers, who have been agitating for several demands, claim that despite assurances from officials, no concrete steps have been taken to address their concerns.

The sanitation workers are demanding better wages, improved working conditions, and enhanced safety measures. They are also seeking regularization of their services and implementation of pension schemes. The workers have been protesting peacefully, but their patience is wearing thin due to the lack of response from the government.

The workers' union leaders have met with district officials several times, submitting memoranda and highlighting their grievances. However, they claim that their demands have fallen on deaf ears. The sanitation workers are now planning to intensify their agitation, which may impact waste management services in the city.

The Thoothukudi Municipal Corporation has assured the workers that their demands are being taken up with the state government. However, the workers remain skeptical, citing previous instances where promises were made but not fulfilled. The situation is tense, and the workers are determined to push for their rights and better working conditions.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Dr. R. B. Chaudhary