Sun Nov 02 14:54:29 UTC 2025: News Article: CITU Tamil Nadu to Hold 16th State Conference in Coimbatore
Coimbatore, India – November 2, 2025 – The Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU), Tamil Nadu, is set to hold its 16th State Conference from November 6th to 9th at the S.N.R. Auditorium in Coimbatore. M. Chandran, vice-president of CITU Tamil Nadu, announced the event, stating that veteran trade union leader T.K. Rangarajan will inaugurate a historical exhibition on November 5th, showcasing the history of the trade union movement and CITU’s contributions to worker’s rights.
Approximately 750 delegates from across Tamil Nadu will participate in the conference, which will feature addresses from CITU General Secretary Tapan Sen, All-India President K. Hemalata, and other prominent state leaders. The delegates will also elect new office-bearers and a State executive committee.
A workers’ rally is planned for November 9th, commencing near Avarampalayam junction and culminating at Sivananda Colony, where a public meeting will be held.
The conference agenda includes a review of CITU’s activities and the adoption of resolutions advocating for job security, an eight-hour workday, the elimination of contract labor, a minimum wage of ₹26,000, and equal pay for equal work. The event underscores CITU’s commitment to advancing workers’ rights and addressing key labor issues in Tamil Nadu.
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The provided text consists of a news article from The Hindu e-paper, dated November 2, 2025, along with a list of its features/sections. The article reports on the upcoming 16th State Conference of the Centre of Indian Trade Unions (CITU) in Tamil Nadu, to be held in Coimbatore from November 6th to 9th. The conference will involve delegates, leaders, and discussions on important worker’s rights. It will also include a public rally and exhibition.
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