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Politics
NHM staff stage protest in Jalandhar against state government
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 06:18 PM
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National Health Mission employees gathered in Jalandhar to protest against the state government, voicing their grievances over pending issues.
Jalandhar, Punjab – Employees of the National Health Mission (NHM) assembled in the city on Thursday to demonstrate against the state government. The staff, representing various health facilities, gathered at a public venue in Jalandhar and raised concerns over unresolved administrative and financial matters that affect their work.
According to local reports, the protest remained peaceful, with participants holding placards and chanting slogans demanding prompt action from the authorities. No arrests or clashes with police were reported during the demonstration.
The NHM workers urged the government to address their grievances swiftly, emphasizing that timely resolution is essential for the effective delivery of health services in the region. Government officials have not yet issued an official response to the protest.
The demonstration reflects growing discontent among public‑sector health employees in Punjab, who have been seeking better working conditions and clearer policy directives.
According to local reports, the protest remained peaceful, with participants holding placards and chanting slogans demanding prompt action from the authorities. No arrests or clashes with police were reported during the demonstration.
The NHM workers urged the government to address their grievances swiftly, emphasizing that timely resolution is essential for the effective delivery of health services in the region. Government officials have not yet issued an official response to the protest.
The demonstration reflects growing discontent among public‑sector health employees in Punjab, who have been seeking better working conditions and clearer policy directives.