Maharashtra government employees begin indefinite strike over pension notification
Official government notification — a formal executive order that operationalises policy decisions. Carries legal weight and specifies rules, dates, exemptions, or procedural requirements.
Summary
About 1.7 million staff join strike as government invokes ‘No Work, No Pay’ rule and warns of action under Maharashtra Essential Services Maintenance Act
Key Facts
Type Notification
Source The Hindu - National
Published Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Affected Population ~850 million internet users, 75,000+ startups
Key Numbers
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
UPI: 14 billion monthly transactions
850 million+ Aadhaar-linked mobiles
GDP: $3.9 trillion (2025 est.)
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right