Archive · 26 Jan 2026
Former BEST Employees Plan Indefinite Hunger Strike
Some former workers of the BEST in Mumbai are very upset because they haven't received their retirement money, which includes gratuity and other benefits.
They have been waiting for over three years, and some need this money for their daily living and medical expenses.
They have tried talking to the authorities many times, but nothing has happened.
So, they have decided to go on a hunger strike at Azad Maidan starting January 27.
They will take turns fasting until they get their money.
The BEST has been having money problems, but the retired workers say that hasn't stopped the government from promising to pay them.
They are hoping this protest will make the authorities listen and pay them what they are owed.
Former BEST employees to begin an indefinite chain hunger strike at Azad Maidan from January 27.
Protesters demand payment of retirement dues, including gratuity, pending for over three years.
Hunger strike to be conducted in a chain format, starting at 9 am on January 27.
Retirees allege financial hardship due to delayed payments, affecting medical and living expenses.
BEST faces financial stress, but retired employees claim measures have not resolved their outstanding dues.
- Who
- Former employees of the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST)
- What
- Indefinite chain hunger strike
- When
- Starting January 27 at 9 am
- Where
- Azad Maidan, Mumbai
- Why
- To protest the non-payment of retirement dues, including gratuity and other statutory benefits
- Location
- Azad Maidan, Mumbai
- Start Date
- January 27
- Start Time
- 9 am
- Issue
- Non-payment of retirement dues
- Dues Pending For
- Over three years
- Organizing Body
- Committee representing retired BEST employees