GP workers press demands

The members discussed their various problems with B S Shekharappa, chief executive officer, zilla panchayat.

The workers demanded that the government fix minimum wages for the workers. Even after repeated protests the government has failed to respond positively, the workers complained.

Earlier, the chief minister had assured the protesting workers to take all the necessary measures to solve their problems.

However, no steps have been taken till day, workers alleged and said that a memorandum is being submitted to draw the attention of the government, the workers said.

The officer promised to bring the issue to the notice of the government.

Maruti Manpade, President of the Association, B Savitramma, ZP vice-president, B N Munikrishnamurthy, Siddagangappa and others were present on the occasion.