Thiruvananthapuram, March 8 -- The ongoing protest by Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers in Kerala entered its 27th day on Saturday, with no signs of slowing down.

The workers continued their indefinite strike against the Left Democratic Alliance (LDF) government, demanding a monthly honorarium of Rs 21,000 per and a retirement benefit of Rs 5 lakh.

Despite the scorching heat, ASHA workers remain steadfast in their demands.

On International Women's Day, they organized a massive demonstration in front of the Secretariat in Thiruvananthapuram, joined by women from across Kerala and various women's organizations, further intensifying the agitation.

In an attempt to pacify the workers, the Kerala Health Department has decide...