Anganwadi Workers Protest Arrests and Demand Wage Hike in Andhra Pradesh

Anganwadi workers in Andhra Pradesh protested against the arrest of union members ahead of the 'Chalo Vijayawada' programme, demanding wage hikes and preschool strengthening. The protest, led by CITU, criticized the government for unmet election promises and frequent claims of 'empty coffers.' Ten Left parties condemned the alleged illegal and harsh police detention of around 1,000 workers during a peaceful dharna in Vijayawada, highlighting alleged mistreatment and denial of basic needs. Both sources recall past government agreements addressing workers' demands.