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Bengal ASHA workers cry foul as police, buses blocked; Road and rail protests erupt across state

January 21, 2026

ASHA workers across West Bengal are protesting for wage increases and better working conditions, facing police obstruction as they attempt to reach Kolkata for a key demonstration at Swasthya Bhawan. Tensions have escalated with road blockades and detentions reported, as these workers have been engaged in a cease-work since late December 2025.

Bengal ASHA workers cry foul as police, buses blocked; Road and rail protests erupt across state

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Key Highlights

ASHA workers are demanding a wage increase and improved service conditions.
Protests resulted in road blockades and tensions across several districts.
Many workers were detained while attempting to reach Kolkata for the protest.
The protests are part of a larger campaign that includes previous demonstrations on January 8 and 12.
ASHA workers have been on a 'cease-work' since December 23, 2025.

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Bengal ASHA workers cry foul as police, buses blocked; Road and rail protests erupt across state

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