Watch: Noida unrest explained: The problem beyond wages

Streets in Noida’s industrial belt saw scenes of unrest on April 13. Workers from multiple units had gathered in large numbers, accusing employers of low wages, irregular payments, and exploitative practices. In this episode of the Datapoint, we break down what the unrest in Delhi-NCR’s industrial belt reveals about the nature of work in India. Why are workers inside formal factories still fighting for basic protections? And why do wage hikes often fail to translate into better living conditions?