The Economic Times

Kerala Nurses Strike: Why they are protesting, key demands and what will be affected

Kerala Nurses Strike: Nurses in Kerala's private hospitals have begun an indefinite strike, demanding a minimum monthly salary of Rs 40,000 and the implementation of pending wage revisions. The United Nurses Association is leading the protest, citing dissatisfaction with pay structures last updated in 2018. Concerns about a rain drain of skilled professionals seeking better opportunities abroad are also highlighted.