Protest gatherings by various segments of the Iranian population were held in different cities across the country due to economic hardships. On Monday, September 9, widespread protests took place in several cities. The economic crisis, rising inflation, and declining purchasing power have severely impacted the livelihoods of the people.
Protests by oil workers in several cities of Iran
Oil workers in several cities, including Bushehr and Kangan, held protests. Employees of Pars Oil and Gas Company (site 2) in Kangan protested the lack of response to their demands. One of the main demands of the Pars Oil and Gas Company (POGC) workers is the removal of unfair salary caps in operational areas of the oil industry.
Another issue sparking protests is the separation of specialized and support roles.
Workers have also demanded the adjustment of minimum wages for new employees and the return of excess taxes collected in recent years.
Employees at the Fajr Jam Gas Refinery in Bushehr held a protest march within the refinery grounds, demanding employment contracts and salary increases.
Protest by heavy vehicle owners in Zabol
Heavy vehicle owners held a protest outside the Zabol governor’s office in response to the blocking of their fuel cards. One of the drivers at the protest stated, “We will not give up our rights, even if the army, the IRGC, or the police come and tear us apart.”
It is worth noting that drivers’ protests were also held in several other cities last week.
Protest by literacy movement teachers
Teachers from the Literacy Movement in their protest declared: “We, the literacy movement instructors since 2013, demand formal employment and status resolution.” Despite multiple protest gatherings, no officials from the Ministry of Education have responded to their demands. Today’s protest was held in front of the Ministry of Education.
Protest by housing applicants in Kerman
Housing applicants in Kerman held a protest in front of the governor’s office, objecting to the delays in housing allocation and construction. Although housing construction has taken place, particularly in Kerman, not a single unit has been delivered to the public under the “Leap in Production” scheme.
Protest by school janitors in Isfahan
School janitors and service workers resumed rallies to protest the harsh living conditions by laying out an empty tablecloth. One janitor said, “Despite the heavy workload, for some time now they’ve been promising us salary increases, but nothing has happened so far.”
The widespread protests by various segments of the Iranian population reflect the ongoing economic disorder and the lack of improvement. These protests are growing daily, and protests continue to be held in cities across Iran. However, the Iranian regime, unable to solve their problems, responds with indifference to these protests.
