Howrah jute mill workers strike over unpaid wages

• Howrah Jute Mill in Shivpur halts operations, leaving 3,500 employees in distress
• Workers in the beaming department allege wage deductions and non-payment of daily salaries
• Management's directives to return to work met with resistance, escalating tensions at the mill

The closure of Howrah Jute Mill in Shivpur before the Lok Sabha elections has left 3,500 employees worried. The closure of this central hub of employment has intensified grievances among workers, particularly those in the beaming department, who allege deductions from their wages and non-payment of their daily salaries, prompting a strike for resolution.

In response to the employees' strike, management issued directives urging them to resume work, which were met with defiance. Subsequently, a new notice surfaced at the mill's gate, signaling a fresh development in the ongoing dispute.

The situation remains tense as both sides stand firm on their positions, with employees steadfast in their demand for fair compensation amidst the looming electoral proceedings.