May Day celebrations held in Tirunelveli with workers' rallies
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 11:20 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
Labor unions and workers in Tirunelveli observed May Day on 1 May with a series of rallies and cultural programmes. Speakers called for better wages, job security and enforcement of labour laws. The event concluded with a march through the city centre, drawing support from local residents.
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