The meeting expressed concern at the all round deteriorating economic situation in the country as a result of the pursuit of the anti-people and communal policies by the BJP-led government. The Railway and Union Budget will further aggravate the economic situation being spiralled by price rises.

In the light of the discussions the meeting unanimously decided to observe a nationwide campaign month from 12th April to 12the May focusing on several specific issues facing the people of India.

Dharna in all the states demanding 33 per cent reservation of women in parliament and the state assemblies, and for implementation of the Supreme Court verdict on sexual harassment on women at work places will be held on 12.04.99.

Dharna will be stage on 19th April in all the states against Price Rise and for Food Security.

May Day to be observed by giving special emphasis against Globalisation and against Communalism.

Demonstrations all over the states demanding introduction of a central legislation for the agricultural workers will be held on 7th May ’99.

Demonstration in the states and in capital demanding jobs for all and education for all will be held on 12th May ‘99. The demonstration and other programmes may be implemented with Torchlight procession all over India.