Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh Rally For Justice
Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh Anniversary Rally Highlights Labour Struggles And Fighting For Fair Pay And Safety
The Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) was started on July 23, 1955, by Shri Dattopant Thengadi to raise the voice of workers across India. Shri Dattopant Thengadi was an important leader who worked hard for the rights and welfare of workers. He believed that only when workers are respected and protected can our country truly progress. BMS’s goal has always been to bring justice to workers so they can earn fair wages and live with dignity. In the early years, workers faced many hardships, low pay, unsafe working conditions, and very few rights. Leaders like Shri Thengadi started labour unions so that workers could join hands and stand up for their rights. This made a big difference in the way workers were treated in factories, mills, and other places of work.
Today, it is a proud moment because Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh is the world’s largest workers’ organisation. Around the globe, workers are joining together to make sure their voices are heard. In India, Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh is now connected to more than 161 different worker groups. These groups include people from factories, teachers, hospital staff, government workers, truck drivers, train workers, and many more. When many people come together, their demands become stronger and more likely to get attention from leaders and the government.
This year, Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) will celebrate the 106th birth anniversary of its founder, Shri Dattopant Thengadi. To honour him and the organisation, a big rally and public meeting have been planned. Such rallies give workers the power to come together, show unity, and ask for solutions to their problems. When people see a large gathering, it sends a message that workers are united and serious about their needs. These events are often covered by news reporters, so that the problems faced by workers can reach a larger audience.
The event will begin at Ashram Road, near the Bata Showroom, and will move towards Vallabh Sadan, ending at the Riverfront in Ahmedabad. Public rallies like this have always played an important part in India’s story—whether it was the fight for freedom or today’s fight for workers’ rights. Ashram Road is famous because of its connection to Mahatma Gandhi’s Sabarmati Ashram. The Riverfront is a newly developed area that is now used for many big events. Public gatherings at such well-known places attract more people and attention.
The rally will take place on November 10, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Timing public events is important so that more workers, some of whom work in shifts, can attend. It also makes it easier for families and people travelling from different parts of the city or even other towns to plan their visit.
About one lakh workers are expected to join this rally. Getting one lakh people to stand together is not easy—it shows the strength of Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh and their commitment. In the past, whenever such a big group came together, it usually helped their demands get noticed by local leaders, ministers, and the government. Also, having workers from different fields, like construction, transport, teaching, and health care, shows that these problems are not just about one group, but about everyone who works.
Some of the worker groups include mill workers, Anganwadi and ASHA workers, government employees, energy sector staff, transport workers, postal employees, bank workers, and those from the private sector. In India, each of these groups faces unique challenges. For example, Anganwadi and ASHA workers help keep children and mothers healthy in villages, but often do not get regular salaries. Bank and railway employees sometimes need better safety or pay. By coming together, these groups hope to find solutions that benefit everyone.
Important Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh leaders like National President H. J. Pandya, National General Secretary Ravindra Himte, and regional organiser C. V. Rajesh will join the program to guide everyone. Having respected leaders at such events is important so workers can share their concerns directly, and leaders can promise to take these problems to the right people. This kind of face-to-face interaction is a valuable Indian tradition and often leads to quicker action.
Another goal of this event is to talk about problems that have not been solved for a long time. Some problems might be about regular wages, job security, working hours, retirement benefits, or better safety at the workplace. When these issues are discussed openly, workers feel heard and supported. Research in many countries shows that when workers’ problems are solved, they work better, stay healthier, and feel happier.
After the program, Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh leaders plan to submit a formal request letter to the Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harshbhai Sanghvi, and other ministers. In India, giving a written request, also known as a memorandum, is a common way to communicate with the government. These letters list all the problems and suggestions, and request leaders to take action. In the past, many laws for worker safety, higher wages, and pensions were passed after such efforts. Ministers sometimes promise to look into the problems right away, or call for talks between staff and government officers.
The event will take place beside the Riverfront House, opposite the ABCD Plot, near Vallabh Sadan in Ahmedabad. This area is suitable for large gatherings and is easy for people to reach from nearby places. It is also a safe and open space, allowing such a big group to assemble peacefully.
Finally, Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh has requested that newspapers and media publish this press note for free. It is common for workers’ organisations to ask the press to cover their events, as workers often do not have money for paid advertisements. Such requests help make sure that every worker, even those living far away, knows about the event and the ongoing struggle for their rights. When the media covers these stories, it can put pressure on the government and society to listen and act.
Events like this remind us that unity brings strength, and the journey started by one person, like Shri Dattopant Thengadi, can change the lives of millions, creating a better and fairer future for workers all over India.
