n a major move on October 9, 2025, the Nagpur Municipal Corporation (NMC) announced plans to regularize hundreds of sanitation workers employed on a contractual basis. The decision comes after long-standing demands from workers’ unions, who argued that regularization would provide job security, benefits, and social recognition for the essential services they perform. NMC officials confirmed that the process will begin in phases, prioritizing employees with the longest tenure. Sanitation workers in Nagpur have a history of organizing protests and strikes to demand better working conditions. Similar campaigns were seen in 2018 and 2021, when contract workers staged demonstrations demanding permanent employment, timely salaries, and proper safety equipment. These past agitations highlighted the critical role of sanitation staff in maintaining public health and hygiene, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic when their workload increased significantly. The NMC’s announcement has been welcomed by worker groups, who see it as a long-awaited acknowledgment of their contributions. Regularization is expected to improve morale, reduce labor unrest, and strengthen the city’s waste management system. Authorities have assured that necessary formalities, including verification of service records and medical clearances, will be completed efficiently to ensure a smooth transition for all eligible workers. #NagpurMunicipalCorporation #SanitationWorkers #JobRegularization #LaborRights #PublicHealth #CityServices #NMCNews #EssentialWorkers #NagpurNews #WorkerWelfare
