Gangtok, March 6 -- Alembic Pharmaceutical Ltd Unit located at Samardung South Sikkim announced close down until further 'advise', the workers were shocked to see the notice pasted on wall of Alembic in Wednesday morning.

The issue of Alembic Pharma and casual workers which is going on with strong protests in the state since last 36 days remains unresolved despite workers held several visits and talks with State Labour Dept and State Industries and Commerce Dept, the company is yet to reinstate 6 terminated casual workers.

It is alleged that pharmaceuticals companies established in the state of Sikkim are enjoying tax heaven for a certain period of year with upper hand of State Government, the state has no Labour Union to address labour i...