Fighting for Your Rights is Necessary

I am Phoolbai, and I work as a laborer with my husband. I travel to other cities like Delhi and Haryana for work. While I was working in Aligarh, the contractor withheld my payment. I had earned 8,000 rupees, but he only gave me 3,000 and withheld the rest.

I am not afraid to speak up, so I told the contractor that I would get my due wages and left. Then I spoke to the organization (Grameen Swalamban Samiti). The organization filed my application with the labour department in Aligarh, and the contractor received a notice from there. He then paid me the full amount.

I want to tell everyone that whenever you go to another city for labour work, always keep your documents with you. If someone withholds your wages or exploits you in any way, you should file a complaint. Do not stay silent. It is essential to teach a lesson to those who exploit others.

Just as I learned about the laws from the organization, all migrant labourers in the village should do the same to ensure they can work safely.

Phoolbai Kushwaha

Village: Karmasan Hata

Block: Baldevgarh

District: Tikamgarh

Contact Person: Rahul 7089264032