Jadugoda UCIL contract workers strike over local hiring concerns

Contract workers at Jadugoda UCIL have begun an indefinite strike, halting operations due to alleged neglect of local hiring. Workers claim the company prioritizes outsiders over local youth for employment and offers low wages. They demand their eight-point charter of demands be met. The strike has disrupted ore transportation, processing, and other essential mining activities, impacting UCIL's production units. Management and police officials held talks with the protesting workers.