Assam Govt sacks 108 Ambulance workers, protesters vow to march to Dispur

The Assam government has taken a tough stance against 108 ambulance workers who had gone on strike demanding long-pending dues and service regularisation, issuing mass termination letters to several employees.

The workers, who provide emergency medical services across the state, had gone on strike, bringing healthcare services to a standstill. The government has accused them of insubordination, dereliction of duty, and deliberate disruption of emergency services.

The termination letters, issued by the concerned department, state that the workers' actions had caused "serious dislocation of work and trouble to the common people of Assam". The letters also accuse the workers of not performing their basic duties as per the terms and conditions of their appointment.

The move has sparked outrage among the workers, who have been protesting on Chachal Highway, demanding that their demands be met. The protest site is buzzing with anti-government slogans, with protesters warning of widespread protests if their demands are not met.

"We will not tolerate the government's attempts to suppress our legitimate demands," said a protester. "If the government doesn't take notice, we will take drastic measures, including mass shaving."
The protesters have announced a 'Dispur Chalo' rally on Friday, vowing to take their fight to the state capital. The government's move has put the lives of thousands of people at risk, with emergency medical services still reeling from the effects of the strike.

The 108 ambulance workers have been demanding regularisation of their services and payment of long-pending dues, but the government has so far failed to address their concerns.

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