Indian Dockworkers Plan Indefinite Strike

Dockworkers in India are poised to initiate an indefinite strike starting December 17, 2024, if the government does not implement overdue wage revisions and productivity schemes by December 15. This decision follows a lack of progress on a settlement reached in September, which had temporarily averted a planned nationwide strike. Protests have erupted across major ports, led by the National Coordination Committee of Major Port & Dock Workers Federations, demanding action ahead of the looming deadline. A mass demonstration is scheduled for December 10, with participation from retired employees. Major shipping companies, including Hapag-Lloyd, are monitoring the situation closely to mitigate potential disruptions to cargo operations. The unions have expressed frustration over the government's inaction, emphasizing the urgent need for the promised reforms.