1926 Binny Mills strike

The 1926 Binny Mills Strike was a significant labor dispute that took place in September 1926 at the Binny & Co. cotton mills in Ahmedabad, India. The strike was initiated by mill workers demanding better wages, improved working conditions, and recognition of their union. The workers highlighted grievances related to long hours, low pay, and inadequate safety measures in the mills. The strike escalated as management responded with intimidation and dismissals, leading to widespread unrest. The Ahmedabad Mill Owners' Association intervened, and the local government implemented measures to suppress the strike, including police action. The event underscored the growing labor movement in India and marked a pivotal moment in the broader struggle for workers' rights during the colonial era.