A nationwide strike has been called for February 12 by a coalition of trade unions and farmers’ organizations to protest against current labour reforms and agricultural policies. The protest is expected to see participation from workers across public and private sectors, along with farmer groups from multiple states, making it one of the largest coordinated actions in recent months. Organizers say the strike aims to highlight concerns over worker protections, wage security, privatization moves, and policy decisions affecting the agricultural community.
Union leaders have stated that recent labour policy changes weaken collective bargaining rights, extend working hours in certain sectors, and reduce safeguards for contract and informal workers. They argue that these reforms place a heavier burden on employees while offering limited social security coverage. Farmer groups joining the strike have raised issues related to crop pricing, input costs, procurement systems, and debt relief measures, calling for stronger guarantees and policy support.
Protest activities are expected to include rallies, road marches, workplace shutdowns, and demonstrations at district headquarters. Essential services are likely to remain operational, but disruptions to transport, banking, and government services may occur in some regions depending on participation levels.
Government representatives have indicated willingness to engage in dialogue, while maintaining that the reforms are designed to modernize labour frameworks and improve long-term economic efficiency. Meanwhile, organizers say the strike will proceed unless concrete assurances and policy revisions are announced. The February 12 action is being positioned by supporters as a unified stand for worker rights and farmer welfare across the country news as reported.
