Devanakonda (Kurnool district): On Monday, Asha workers protested outside the Devanakonda Tahsildar office, demanding recognition as government employees with job security. Organised by the Asha Workers Union (AITUC) and led by mandal president A Radha, they urged the State government to set a minimum monthly salary of Rs 26,000 and address their concerns during the ongoing Assembly sessions. Asha Workers Union district secretary D Ramijabi and AITUC leader M Narasa Rao emphasised the need for permanent status as medical staff, alongside a minimum salary of Rs 26,000 and full medical employee benefits until permanency is granted. Key demands included an eight-hour workday, paid maternity leave, regular leave, quality uniforms, gratuity, and official ID cards signed by the District Medical and Health Officer. The workers condemned the assignment of non-official tasks and harassment by political leaders, warning of escalated statewide protests if their demands are not met promptly.