Kerala Private Hospital Nurses Begin Strike Demanding Rs 40,000 Minimum Wage

Nurses working in Kerala's private hospitals have launched an indefinite strike demanding a minimum monthly salary of Rs 40,000 and the implementation of pending wage revisions. Led by the United Nurses Association, the protest highlights concerns over stagnant pay since 2018, inconsistent salaries across hospitals, understaffing, and increased workloads. The nurses also seek better patient-care ratios, protection against arbitrary layoffs, and enforcement of government orders and committee recommendations. Emergency services are expected to continue despite the strike.