Indian government-run iron ore miner NMDC Limited is facing a slowdown in operations due to 'work-to-rule' protests by trade unions representing workers. A work-to-rule protest involves workers adhering strictly to official procedures, which reduces production without halting work completely.
NMDC stated that the trade unions initiated the slowdown in operations as part of an ongoing wage settlement dispute. Conciliation proceedings before the Chief Labour Commissioner in New Delhi are scheduled for March 17, 2025.
Despite the ongoing protests, NMDC is working to resolve the issue and resume normal production. However, the protest has led to a 30-40 percent reduction in daily production at its iron ore projects in the Kirandul, Bacheli, and Donimalai complexes.
