NHM staff and Asha workers torch government effigy in Jalandhar

Jalandhar, Punjab – On [date not specified], employees of the National Health Mission (NHM) joined hands with Asha workers to burn a symbolic effigy of the government during a public demonstration. The act took place in a prominent area of the city, drawing attention from local residents and media.

The participants, representing health sector staff, used the effigy to voice their grievances against government policies, though specific demands were not detailed in the report. The burning of the effigy was carried out in a coordinated manner, with the crowd chanting slogans as the structure was set alight.

Local authorities monitored the protest but no reports of violence or arrests were mentioned. The incident was reported by Amar Ujala, highlighting the growing discontent among frontline health workers in the region.

The demonstration underscores the tension between government officials and health service providers, reflecting broader challenges in the implementation of health schemes.

Further developments are expected as the concerned parties engage in dialogue, but no official response had been recorded at the time of reporting.