Give sweepers, cops pay hike, says Hooda

Chandigarh, April 16

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Former Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Bhupinder Singh Hooda has demanded double salary for policemen and sweepers on the lines of health professionals.

“These people are also working day and night without taking leave and rest. We cannot do enough to acknowledge their work and encourage these Covid warriors who are saving lives by putting their own lives at stake,” Hooda said.

The former Chief Minister also appreciated the work of mediapersons. He said that mediapersons, like government employees, must also be recognised as Covid warriors.

“Even today, all media personnel are working round the clock on the streets and offices to keep people updated and spread awareness. Therefore, I appeal to all media organisations, newspapers and channel owners to provide incentives to these warriors on the lines of the decision taken by the state government to provide double salary to those leading the fight,” Hooda added. — TNS