# Jammu and Kashmir NHM employees strike

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/jammu-and-kashmir-nhm-employees-strike
> Updated: 2026-09-09T11:17:17.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

National Health Mission (NHM) employees in Jammu and Kashmir announced a 72-hour Union Territory-level strike after a September 5 ultimatum to the government went unaddressed. The strike, involving district, block, and field-level staff, was organized by the Joint Coordination Committee following failed attempts at resolution.

By September 9, the strike commenced in areas such as Kathua. Workers are protesting for job security, regular increments, and timely salary payments, noting that delays of three to four months have caused financial hardship. While the government has suggested that NHM issues should be resolved at the central level, employees claim the central government maintains the matter falls under state jurisdiction. Protesters have indicated they may extend the demonstration if their demands remain unmet.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Kathua NHM employees begin 72-hour strike over pending demands

National Health Mission employees in Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir, have begun a 72-hour strike demanding timely salaries, regular increments, and improved job security.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kathua-nhm-employees-begin-72-hour-strike-over-pending-demands

### 2026-09-06: Jammu Kashmir NHM employees announce 72-hour strike

National Health Mission employees in Jammu and Kashmir have announced a 72-hour strike starting September 9 over unresolved long-standing demands.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/jammu-kashmir-nhm-employees-announce-72-hour-strike

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