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The announcement came after detailed discussions between the Chief Minister, health department officials, and representatives of the ASHA Union on Friday.
Health Commissioner Sivakumar KB shared the decision at Freedom Park, where the ASHA workers had been protesting since Tuesday. The strike withdrawal marks the culmination of their eight-year-long demand for better pay and working conditions.
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The government has further committed to granting monthly leaves for the workers and assured a review of retirement benefits for future consideration.
The government also promised to increase the budget allocation for ASHA workers and involve the union in pre-budget discussions for effective planning.
ASHA workers expressed satisfaction with these developments and confirmed they would resume work on Saturday.