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In a unique approach to their ongoing strike, workers from the Bharat Jute Mill located in Dasnagar, Howrah sat on the streets carrying plates to protest for the reopening of the mill. On Wednesday morning, the workers blocked the road and began chanting, causing a lengthy traffic jam.
The workers have been demanding the reopening of the mill, and their protest is the latest in a series of strikes that have taken place in recent months. The police from Dasnagar police station were alerted to the blockade and arrived at the scene to persuade the workers to unblock the road.
The Bharat Jute Mill workers have been experiencing ongoing issues with their employer, leading to the strikes. The workers' demands are yet to be met, and the situation remains tense. This recent protest has caused significant disruption to the local area, and it is unclear when the situation will be resolved.
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