Charred remains of vehicles after a fire broke out at a Maruti Suzuki service centre in Sector 63, Noida, Monday, April 13, 2026. The blaze, which reportedly started in a parked car, spread to the premises and was brought under control after firefighting operations. No casualties were reported. (PTI Photo)Noida Labour Protest News Today Live Updates: A day after workers’ protest in Noida turned violent, Noida police said the situation in the area is completely peaceful, and appealed to people to not pay heed to rumours. More than 350 people were arrested in connection to the incident, said a senior police official on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters, Gautam Buddh Nagar Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh added that seven FIRs were also registered in connection with the stir.
UP government hikes minimum wages: Following the massive protests by thousands of factory workers across Noida’s industrial belt, the Uttar Pradesh government Tuesday hiked the minimum wages across categories. The revised interim rates will come into effect from April 1, 2026, retrospectively, officials said. This comes after a high-level committee set up by the UP Labour Department to resolve the dispute between workers and industries held discussions with all stakeholders
What were the workers protesting against? According to officials, a large number of workers from various industrial units gathered on Monday to press for their long-pending demand for salary revision and raised slogans during the demonstration. The protest, however, escalated into violence as some participants allegedly vandalised property, pelted stones and set a vehicle on fire.
Representatives of the Gurgaon Municipal Corporation Employees Union have called for a revision of wages in Haryana, stating that current pay levels are inadequate.
The Haryana talks come amid the ongoing Noida protest.
“How can one live on such wages in a city like Gurgaon? The new labour codes, LPG crisis and lack of proper work conditions are not in the interest of workers and we will continue our protests against them,” said Municipal union leader Vasant Kumar.
Women from Sector 121 who participated in the labour protest said that they were unaware that the government had set a minimum wage of Rs 700 per day limits for factory workers.
They said the protest was a spontaneous decision. On Tuesday morning at 7 am, they gathered outside a residential society to stage demonstration.
Uttar Pradesh DGP Rajiv Krishna, while debriefing the media, said the situation in Noida is "absolutely normal". He added that the police are in constant communication with officers on the ground.
Krishna said, "We received different inputs through social media, media and through UP 112. Situation is normal everywhere now." He also noted that the Chief Minister had formed a high-level committee, which held discussions with workers, stake holders, and industrialists.
"A few individuals and groups have come to light which caused provocations in this matter. We have electronic evidence and CCTV evidence. On the basis of these, action is being taken. To the workers, I would like to say that the Govt has taken decision regarding their appropriate salary," added Krishan. He also appealed to people to maintain peace and not be mislead by misinformation.
#watch | Lucknow: On the workers' protest in Noida, UP DGP Rajiv Krishna says, "The situation is absolutely normal in Noida. All senior officers are present here. We are in constant communication with our officers in Noida. We receive different inputs through social media, media… pic.twitter.com/RjA4IvPkD4
— ANI (@ANI) April 14, 2026
Gautam Buddh Nagar District Magistrate Medha Roopam expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister and worders after the demand for a salary was accepted. While the primary demand focussed on a wage increase, additional derivatives have also been approved.
Roopam said, "I want to thank the CM and workers, the main demand of salary has been accepted and along with this other instructions have also been given like the salary of the workers should be credited in the account before 10th, along with this the bonus should be credited before November, along with this if overtime work is done then salary will also be given for that, if it is double weekly, double salary for that will be given."
VIDEO | Noida workers' protest: Medha Roopam, District Magistrate of Gautam Buddh Nagar says, "I want to thank the CM and workers, the main demand of salary has been accepted and along with this other instructions have also been given like the salary of the workers should be… pic.twitter.com/2JGiHbORy9
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) April 14, 2026
Uttar Pradesh Labour Principal Secretary MKS Sundaram said a committee meeting was held on Monday evening to discuss issues concerning workers and industrialists.
Sundaram said, "Around 20-22 worker representatives participated and shared their concerns. We also spoke with industry representatives."
The committee highlighted concerns over rising raw material costs and obligations in the export sector, which is currently affected by the West Asia crisis.
A conclusion was reached after comparing the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The CPI in Noida was found to be lower than in Gurugram. Based on this, wages in Noida are proposed to be increased by 21 percent, while Gurugram may see a 35 percent increase.
VIDEO | Noida workers' protest: Uttar Pradesh Principal Secretary (Labour) MKS Sundaram, says, "Our committee met yesterday evening. After that, we held discussions with both workers and industrialists. Around 20–22 worker representatives participated and shared their concerns.… pic.twitter.com/cQudvyDCbu
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) April 14, 2026
The Noida police said that their team has identifies over 50 bot handles created in the last 24 hours that were engaged in spreading rumours and misleading information about Noida labourers.
Noida police has issued a circular saying general public is appealed to not pay attention to rumours and misleading information and to not share any unverified details.
Following the massive protests by thousands of factory workers across Noida’s industrial belt, the Uttar Pradesh government Tuesday hiked the minimum wages across categories. The revised interim rates will come into effect from April 1, 2026, retrospectively, officials said. This comes after a high-level committee set up by the UP Labour Department to resolve the dispute between workers and industries held discussions with all stakeholders
Meanwhile, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi Tuesday said what unfolded on the Noida streets was the "final cry" of this country's workers and said the burden of US tariff wars, global inflation and fractured supply chains has not fallen upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "industrialist friends" but squarely upon the daily-wage labourer.
"What unfolded on the streets of Noida yesterday was the final cry of this nation's workers - a voice that went unheard at every turn, a voice weary from ceaseless pleading," Gandhi said in a post in Hindi on X.
Industrial Development Commissioner Deepak Kumar says misinformation campaign was run all over Delhi-NCR that that the Govt of India has fixed Rs 20,000 as the minimum wage. "The reality is that Government of India is carrying out the process under its codes and laws. We spoke to the workers yesterday, and it will continue. The labourers have said that there should be a hike in their salaries due to inflation."
#watch | On Noida labour protests, Industrial Development Commissioner, Deepak Kumar, says, "You are aware about the CM's commitment to make the state number one in every sector. He is committed to bringing the best policies for the generation of employment opportunities. After… pic.twitter.com/H5sMTl8NTh
— ANI (@ANI) April 14, 2026
Gautam Buddha Nagar Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh said, "Route marches have been conducted continuously since 5:00 AM. This morning, workers gathered at three locations; following immediate dialogue, they were peacefully dispersed within just 15 minutes," she said.
A day after workers’ protest in Noida turned violent, more than 350 people were arrested in connection to the incident, said a senior police official on Tuesday. Speaking to reporters, Gautam Buddh Nagar Police Commissioner Laxmi Singh added that seven FIRs were also registered in connection with the stir.
Visuals from Noida factory workers' protest over pay hike.
Chilla border is open for traffic movement after hours of blockade amid workers' protest, says Delhi Traffic Police.
Hours after Noida workers’ protest turned violent with reported incidents of stone pelting and vandalism, traffic movement has returned to normal along Delhi–Noida borders, including Chilla and DND.
Uttar Pradesh Congress chief Ajay Rai slammed the BJP government over the handling of the situation, saying visuals from outside the company in Noida were "disturbing".
"When inflation is breaking people's backs and workers are being exploited in the name of wages, the youth will be forced to come out on the streets," Rai said in a post on X.
"Advertisements cannot fill empty stomachs. Tear gas shells cannot answer hunger. Stop ignoring the legitimate demands of workers and find a solution instead of resorting to repression," he said.
Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav slammed Yogi Adityanath-led BJP government's "one-sided policies" for the violent protests by workers in Noida, alleging the regime favours capitalists while neglecting salaried employees and labourers. In a post on X, Yadav said the agitation over wage hike had turned aggressive due to policies that "nurture capitalists but exploit workers". He alleged that while funds continue to flow towards "donor capitalists", workers are deprived of fair wages.
"In times of rising inflation, it is extremely difficult for a family to survive on low wages. Only someone running a household can understand this," he said.
With PTI input
After the workers' protest turned violent, our reporter Drishti Jain spoke to three workers who were part of the demonstration. From salary being increased by merely Rs 39, gas cylinder price hike to harsh work environment, the issues raised by workers varied.
Surender Kashyap (18)
Works for Anubhav Apparels in Noida’s Sector 49 as a measurement checker
Hails from Sambhal, UP
Kashyap pointed out that salaries of workers in Manesar, near Gurgaon, have been increased to Rs 20,000 for eight hours of work. “So why not ours?”
“I earn Rs 13,000, pay rent of Rs 4,000... a gas cylinder now costs Rs 400, how should we manage?” he asked.
He also said the target set by his employer is very unrealistic. “They set a target for 70 pieces an hour and if we don’t supply, they humiliate us. For years, they have given a mere Rs 320 hike... They force us to work at night... If we’re unwell, they say don’t come next time. And if we don’t work on Sunday, they threaten to fire us.”
(Left to right) Surender Kashyap, Muhammad Noor Alam, Rahul. (Drishti Jain)
Rahul (25)
Works in the export line
Hails from Kannauj, UP
Rahul has been doing the job since 2018. He is married, with two children aged three and one.
“I earn Rs 13,500 — I do not save anything and can’t send any money home. I have to pay Rs 5,000 for room rent, Rs 4,000 for ration. Some money is deducted for PF, so I’m only left with Rs 3,000 in the end to feed my family of 4. How can I manage? How do I educate my children?” said Rahul
“Last year, my salary was increased by just Rs 39! The HR doesn’t listen to us.
Muhammad Noor Alam (28)
Does kaarigari work
Hails from Sitamarhi, Bihar
Factory workers during a protest demanding a hike in wages, in Noida, Gautam Buddh Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. (PTI Photo)
“I earn Rs 20,000 but can’t save anything... I can’t even send a single penny to my mother. It all goes into meeting my daily expenses as everything is expensive,” said Alam.
He said he earlier used to buy rice for Rs 15 per kg. “We chose this government, thinking prices would come down. Now, we’re getting a big cylinder for Rs 5,000 on the black market. Even if the current problem is because of the war, what about prices of other things, apart from cylinders, going up? We’re not getting cylinders as well now,” he added.
Uttar Pradesh Director General of Police (DGP) Rajeev Krishna said police are identifying elements who allegedly instigated violence during workers' protests in Noida and warned that strict action will be taken against them.
Krishna said "provocative elements" and "external elements" involved in the unrest are being traced. "Firm legal action will follow once their identities are established," Krishna said.
With PTI inputs
A video shared by news agency ANI on X shows vehicles remaining tilted and partially charred. People are seen gathering on the roads as well amid the ongoing workers' protest.
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The traffic blockade due to the workers protest left several commuters frustrated and many took to social media platform X urging authorities to intervene and clear the roads. Many complained of being stuck in unmoving traffic despite starting early to avoid peak-hour congestion.
An employee of a private company said she left her home at around 7:30 am but remained stuck in traffic for over an hour without any significant movement."There is no movement at all. People are getting down from vehicles and trying to figure out what's happening ahead," she said.
With PTI inputs
Amid the ongoing workers protest, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath flagged concerns over a possible “larger conspiracy” to revive Naxalism and directed authorities to remain vigilant against “disruptive elements”.
In a statement issued after a high-level review meeting in Lucknow yesterday, Adiyanath said that while labour welfare remains the government’s top priority, there are indications that “certain forces” may be attempting to exploit worker unrest to disturb law and order. He said that Naxalism in the country is nearly over, but efforts to reignite such activities could be part of a “broader conspiracy”.
“Desh mein naxalvaad ab lagbhag samaapti ki sthiti mein hai, kintu ise punarjeevit karne ke prayas ek badi saazish ka hissa ho sakte hain. Haal hi ke kuch pradarshanon mein bhraamak evam vighatanakari tatvon ke shamil hone ki aashanka hai (Naxalism in the country is now nearly finished, but attempts to revive it could be part of a larger conspiracy. There is a possibility that misleading and disruptive elements were involved in some recent protests),” said Adityanath.
Reported by Maulshree Seth
In the latest traffic advisory, Delhi Police has urged commuters to use DND for travelling to Noida as Link Road coming from Chilla Border has been completely blocked by protesters.
The police wrote on X, "Traffic at Noida severely affected due to on going agitation by the workers from private factories. They have completely blocked Noida Link Road coming from Chilla Border (Delhi). Traffic movement towards Noida from the Chilla Border is severely affected. Public is hereby advised to plan their journey accordingly and use DND for travelling to Noida. Traffic intending to go to Noida may use DND from Sarai Kale Khan or alternatively use NH 24 - Kondli Bridge and enter Noida through Noida Mod."
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A few hours ago, the situation turned violent in Noida Phase 2 with reported incidents of stone pelting and vandalism. A large number of workers from various industrial units gathered to press for their long-pending demand for salary revision and raised slogans during the demonstration. However, the situation has escalated and Delhi police is on high alert to avoid any untoward incident.
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