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Congress bats for diamond workers
Congress is demanding safeguards for Surat's diamond workers as the industry grapples with the rise of lab-grown diamonds. Jairam Ramesh, Congress communications in-charge, highlighted the devastating impact on Surat, reporting an estimated 15,000 layoffs between February and June 2024. This crisis has led to widespread financial hardship and mental health concerns among the workforce.