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Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Asha Bahu Kalyan Samiti (UPABKS), representing Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers, has called for a two-day demonstration starting February 15 in Lucknow Eco Garden. The primary demands include a wage increase to ₹18,000 for ASHA Bahu and ₹24,000 for ASHA Sangini, along with the recognition of ASHA workers as state employees.
ASHA Workers to Rally for Fair Wages. Seema Singh, the state president of UPABKS, emphasized the need for higher wages and the elevation of ASHA workers’ status. Thousands of ASHA workers are expected to participate, representing districts across Uttar Pradesh.
Indu Bala, the state vice president of UPABKS, highlighted the extensive preparations, with ASHA representatives from almost all districts joining the demonstration. In addition to wage demands, the association is advocating for medical insurance for ASHA workers, acknowledging their round-the-clock efforts to ensure the well-being of women and children through state-provided health services.
ASHA Workers to Rally for Fair Wages in Lucknow. Singh emphasized the importance of receiving a salary instead of partial payments for each task, ensuring that ASHA workers can adequately care for their children after dedicating their time to the state government. The demonstration aims to bring attention to the essential role played by ASHA workers and advocate for their rightful compensation and benefits.
