Strike enters fourth day

Pondicherry, July 22 (UNI) The functioning of the Government Hospitals in Pondicherry remain affected as the strike by the group 'C' and 'D' staffs, entered the fourth day today.

They were demanding enhancement in the wages and granting of promotion among other things.

The striking employees today took out a procession in the town shouting slogans in support of their demands.

Meanwhile, the hospital authorities today initiated talks with the representatives of the striking staff, to find an amicable settlement.

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