Jaipur: Clashes broke out at the manufacturing unit of Japanese air-conditioner maker Diakin in Rajasthan's Neemrana when protesting workers, supporting the two-day nationwide strike, tried to enter the premises and hoist a union flag, police said.

As many as 22 policemen were injured after the workers allegedly threw stones. Police also lobbed 35 tear gas shells and resorted to cane charging. Union leaders claimed about 50 workers were injured in the police action.