30 crore workers, farmers participated in general strike, trade unions say
Over 30 crore workers, farmers, and agricultural workers participated in a nationwide general strike on February 12, 2026, protesting against the four Labour Codes and free trade deals. The CTUs and SKM coordinated the strike, demanding the withdrawal of several bills including the Draft Seeds Bill, Electricity (Amendment) Bill, and the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Act. The strike was reported to have significant impact across various sectors, with workers in many MNCs joining the protest. The SKM commended the successful strike, highlighting the unity between workers and farmers as a key element of the resistance against policies they deem anti-worker and anti-farmer.
12 FEB 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Over 30 crore workers, farmers, and agricultural workers participated in a nationwide general strike on February 12, 2026, protesting against four Labour Codes and free trade deals.
13 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
Hundreds of workers across Maharashtra joined a nationwide strike protesting new labor codes, citing concerns about worker benefits and union weakening.
16 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
Rahul Gandhi criticized the Union Government and BJP-ruled States for neglecting the injustices faced by gig workers, including lack of income stability and social security.
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