Ambulance Staff Threaten Strike Over Demands

Ambulance employees in Himachal Pradesh threaten to strike if demands, including eight-hour shifts and arrear payments, are not met within a week. They accuse management and government of negligence. Despite fulfilling critical roles during the pandemic, workers face instability and exploitation, prompting potential service disruption.

Employees linked to ambulance services in Himachal Pradesh have issued a strike threat if their demands, such as eight-hour shifts and timely payments, are unmet in a week. This could disrupt the 108 and 102 services statewide.

Union leaders Sanjeev Kumar and Beeri Singh highlighted that these crucial services are operational round-the-clock, yet employees face excessive hours, lack of benefits, and inadequate recognition.

Despite dedicated service during COVID-19, employees accuse both current contractor Medshwaan and previous, GVK, of exploitation. A failure to meet demands could see complete service cessation. Citizens are urged to understand the workers’ plight and cooperate if disruptions occur.