NFITU Opts Out of Nationwide Strike, Calls it 'Politically Motivated'

• The National Front of Indian Trade Unions (NFITU) announced its non-participation in the February 12 nationwide strike.
• NFITU General Secretary Nilam Hazarika stated the strike is 'politically motivated' and praised PM Modi's efforts on new labour laws.
• NFITU state president Venkatesh from Karnataka welcomed the new labour codes, citing benefits like equal pay for equal work and mandatory appointment letters.
• NFITU Odisha president Prasanta Padhi confirmed the union's non-support for the strike, highlighting their suggestions to the government on labour reforms.
• Samyukta Kisan Morcha (SKM) and Apple farmers in Himachal Pradesh, however, are supporting the strike, protesting various government policies.