Iran News: Protests Erupt Across Iran Over Various Grievances
Written by
Sedighe Shahrokhi
In a wave of demonstrations spanning several regions in Iran, citizens took to the streets on Monday, April 15, to voice their discontent and demand action on a range of pressing issues.
In Isfahan, farmers gathered once again in Varzaneh and Khorasgan Square, expressing frustration over unfulfilled promises regarding access to irrigation water. This marks another instance of protests by farmers in the region, highlighting ongoing grievances related to agricultural concerns.
April 15—Isfahan, central #Iran
Education workers in the 5th district of Isfahan rally to protest extremely low wages.#IranProtests pic.twitter.com/PUg876jaCm— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) April 15, 2024
Meanwhile, retired teachers staged protests in the cities of Marivan and Sarvabad, emphasizing their dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of pension and welfare matters. Their demonstrations underscore the challenges faced by retirees in securing financial stability and adequate support.
April 15—Varzaneh, central #Iran
Farmers hold protest rally to protest inadequate access to irrigation water.#IranProtestspic.twitter.com/RPqMgZJXaD— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) April 15, 2024
In Khomeyni Shahr, service workers and custodians of schools rallied to denounce their precarious economic conditions, highlighting the strain on essential workers within the education sector.
Additionally, employees of the railway system in Arak gathered to protest against stagnant wages, inadequate benefits, and poor working conditions. Their demonstration shed light on the struggles faced by workers in the transportation industry.
April 15—Khomeyni Shahr, central #Iran
Education workers rally to protest extremely low wages.#IranProtests pic.twitter.com/GH5mWW0VDp— People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (PMOI/MEK) (@Mojahedineng) April 15, 2024
Lastly, in Shiraz, health caregivers and midwives assembled to raise concerns about their working conditions and demand improvements in their profession.
These protests reflect the deep-seated frustrations and grievances prevalent among various segments of Iranian society, ranging from agricultural challenges to labor rights and public health concerns. As citizens continue to voice their discontent, the government faces mounting pressure, while its true intentions are tested once more.