Thiruvananthapuram, March 20 -- The Opposition in the Kerala Legislative Assembly strongly raised the issue of ongoing protests by Anganwadi and ASHA workers on Thursday.

Highlighting their month-long struggle, MLA Najeeb Kanthapuram, while seeking permission for an adjournment motion, accused the government of ignoring the plight of these workers.

"Today is International Day of Happiness, but the government is crucifying ASHA workers and Anganwadi employees. The state is driving them to despair, without even considering that they are women. Those protesting under the scorching sun and heavy rains are being denied justice. The government does not care about its workers but has no problem handing out wads of cash to people like KV Thomas...