BJP backs Amritsar employees' Aug 27 strike, says govt ignored all demands – Ashwani Sharma

Amritsar, Punjab – The Bharatiya Janata Party publicly endorsed a planned walkout by government employees in the city on August 27, signalling political backing for the labour action. Party spokesperson Ashwani Sharma addressed the media, reiterating the BJP’s support for the workers' cause.\nSharma further claimed that the state administration has failed to satisfy any of the demands put forward by the employees, though the specific grievances were not detailed in the statement.\nThe endorsement comes as the strike looms, potentially affecting public services in Amritsar. No official response from the state government was reported at the time of the statement.\nThe BJP’s position underscores its broader strategy of aligning with labour issues in the region, while the outcome of the strike remains to be seen.