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Story summary
- In Noida, thousands of factory workers protested for higher wages and better conditions, blocking roads.
- The workers are non-unionized contract employees earning 10,000–15,000 rupees monthly, with wages stagnant for years.
- The protests have drawn political attention, with Rahul Gandhi, the Indian opposition leader, supporting the workers, despite a lack of major union leadership.
- Ongoing protests reflect deep-rooted issues in India's labor market and the need for better protections.
