Number of unions engaged in continuous strikes throughout the country

A host of trade unions are engaged in a continuous strike action to express their discontentment with the government for unleashing violence on peaceful protesters.

In a statement, the association said they are launching this trade union action to deplore the conduct of the government to incite violence. It is reported that all trade unions affiliated with the health sector have also resorted to a strike action in support of the anti-government movement.

The national convener of Trade Union Coordinating Centre (TUCC), Ravi Kumudesh said the essential services in the health sector will however remain uninterrupted.