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Andhra Pradesh’s Landmark Decision on ASHA Worker Benefits Sparks Discussions Nationwide
AP has become the first state in India to introduce gratuity benefits for ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activist) workers, setting a new benchmark for worker welfare. This decision comes at a time when Kerala’s ASHA workers are staging protests, demanding better wages and additional benefits. Kerala claims to provide the second-best wages for ASHA workers after Sikkim, but the move by Andhra Pradesh is expected to push other states to reconsider their policies. The development highlights the growing demand for better recognition and financial security for ASHA workers nationwide.
The decision by AP to grant gratuity benefits to ASHA workers is a significant step in recognizing their contributions to healthcare. ASHA workers play a crucial role in community health services, and this move ensures better financial security for them.
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Andhra Pradesh Grants Gratuity to ASHA Workers, Pressures Kerala Government
AP becomes the first state to grant gratuity benefits to ASHA workers, increasing pressure on Kerala, where protests for better wages continue.
Meanwhile, Kerala, which has been facing protests from ASHA workers demanding higher pay, is now under pressure to improve its policies. Experts believe this decision could set a new trend, encouraging other states to provide similar benefits.
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