ASHA workers caution to launch stir
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, July 12 2024:
The All Manipur ASHA Workers Union has threatened to launch a series of intense agitation if the State Government does not grant them recognition as an employee and hike their honorarium by July 18 .
Addressing a press meet today at Manipur Press Club, All Manipur ASHA Workers Union general secretary Paonam Asharani expressed discontent that the Government has turned a blind eye to the problems of ASHA workers.
Highlighting the significant role played by ASHA workers in the health care system at the grassroot level, she lamented that the Labour Department still doesn't acknowledge the dedication and sacrifice of ASHA workers and give them only the bare minimum as honorarium.
She appealed to the Government to increase the honorarium from Rs 1000 to Rs 15000 and release the pending incentive amount at the earliest.
Asharani further cautioned that if their demands are not fulfilled by July 18, ASHA workers will cease submitting monthly reports and halt all health-related activities.