Protests Ignite at Indian Institute of Chemical Biology Over Contractual Worker Layoffs
In a dramatic turn of events at the Indian Institute of Chemical Biology (IICB) in Kolkata, the layoff of 51 out of 92 contractual workers has sparked widespread protests that have disrupted the institute's activities. Since January 1, 2025, the protesters, including affected workers and their supporters, have been demanding their reinstatement and accountability from the management. Tensions escalated as IICB director Vibha Tandon was briefly hospitalized during the protests, and a statement from IICB staff and students criticized the administration’s handling of the issue.
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