ASHA workers in Kerala have been protesting against the Left government, demanding fair wages, retirement benefits and recognition as permanent employees. But what led these frontline health workers—who have tirelessly served communities—to take such a drastic step? In this episode of News Brake, Ayyappan R joins Haritha Benjamin  to break down the ongoing protest and what it means for Kerala’s healthcare system. 

<p>ASHA workers in Kerala have been protesting against the Left government, demanding fair wages, retirement benefits and recognition as permanent employees. But what led these frontline health workers&mdash;who have tirelessly served communities&mdash;to take such a drastic step? In this episode of News Brake, Ayyappan R joins Haritha Benjamin &nbsp;to break down the ongoing protest and what it means for Kerala&rsquo;s healthcare system.&nbsp;</p>

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