Mixed response to nationwide trade union strike in Chhattisgarh

RAIPUR: (Feb 12) A day-long nationwide strike called by trade unions against the Centre’s four new labour codes and alleged anti-worker policies evoked a mixed response in Chhattisgarh on Thursday.

Several nationalised banks remained closed as employees joined the strike. Staff of insurance companies, post offices, along with labourers and farmers, also participated in the agitation, affecting operations in their respective sectors.

Mining activities in the mineral-rich state were partially hit.