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Several workers at GIMS in Greater Noida have gone on strike demanding job regularization, stating they were promised job security during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Greater Noida, India

Who
Anjali Chaudhary, Dinesh Kumar, Rahul Kumar, Brig (Dr) Rakesh Gupta, GIMS workers (nurses, technicians, clerks, attendants)
What
Several workers at GIMS in Greater Noida have gone on strike demanding job regularization, stating they were promised job security during the COVID-19 pandemic.
When
Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:36:15 GMT · 3h 14m ago
Where
Greater Noida, India ·
Why
Workers are striking because they believe they were assured job security and regularization during the pandemic but are now being asked to take recruitment exams for permanent positions, with some alleging preference for inexperienced candidates.
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The strike by GIMS workers, including nurses and technicians, is causing apprehension about its impact on hospital operations in Greater Noida, though the hospital is currently managing services with remaining staff and student doctors. This highlights a broader issue of job security concerns among contract workers, particularly those who served during the pandemic.

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