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Haryana Energy Minister Announces Talks Ahead of Proposed Strike
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 08 Aug 2026, 08:33 AM
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Haryana Energy Minister Anil Vij confirmed that discussions with employees are underway to avert a planned strike in the state's power sector.
The Haryana government has entered into negotiations with employees of the state’s power sector to prevent a planned strike that could disrupt electricity supply.
Energy Minister Anil Vij said the talks are already in progress and that the government is working to address the workers’ concerns.
The proposed strike, if it were to proceed, would have affected power generation and distribution across Haryana, raising fears of widespread outages.
Officials remain optimistic that a settlement can be reached before any industrial action takes place, thereby safeguarding the state’s energy infrastructure.
Energy Minister Anil Vij said the talks are already in progress and that the government is working to address the workers’ concerns.
The proposed strike, if it were to proceed, would have affected power generation and distribution across Haryana, raising fears of widespread outages.
Officials remain optimistic that a settlement can be reached before any industrial action takes place, thereby safeguarding the state’s energy infrastructure.