KARIMNAGAR — The air at Circus Grounds crackled with urgency Sunday as Amarjeet Kaur, general secretary of the All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC), delivered a powerful call to action. She urged a sustained mass movement to defend the rights of workers, farmers, and youth, alleging that current central policies are systematically undermining their interests.

Key facts

  • Amarjeet Kaur spoke at the inauguration of AITUC's three-day state conference in Karimnagar
  • She criticized BJP-led policies for weakening labor laws and favoring corporate interests
  • The event included a rally by daily-wage laborers and farm workers

Challenges Facing Workers and Youth

Kaur didn’t mince words. She pointed squarely at what she described as mounting challenges in employment, education, and livelihood. Her voice carried the weight of frustration felt by many—a sentiment echoed recently at Jantar Mantar, where student agitations highlighted deepening anxieties over the scarcity of quality public education and dwindling job opportunities.

A Call to Collective Action

This isn’t just about protests; it’s about protection. Kaur emphasized the need for mass mobilization and sustained struggle to defend hard-won workers' rights. She framed the fight broadly—encompassing farmers, women, youth, and the protection of constitutional and secular values. Her message was clear: collective action is no longer optional; it’s essential.

Conference Goals and Participation

The three-day state conference aims to do more than talk. Delegates are set to deliberate on critical issues and formulate strategies for unified action. Earlier in the day, the streets of Karimnagar filled with energy as workers—including daily-wage laborers and farmhands—marched in a rally organized by AITUC, signaling strong grassroots support. CPI State secretary Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao also addressed the gathering, reinforcing the call for solidarity.