As per reports, Secondary Grade Teachers staged a sit-in protest in Egmore on Monday (05 January), for the 11th consecutive day, demanding “equal pay for equal work” and implementation of Election Manifesto Point No. 311. Teachers who joined after 01 June 2009, seek pay parity with senior counterparts. Protesters allege Tamil Nadu offers the lowest basic pay compared to other states. The discussions are being held following continued protests and an announced indefinite strike from Tuesday (06 January).