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Telangana Employees JAC Fight for Rights and Pending Dues

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The struggle of Telangana employees has intensified, with their issues remaining unresolved despite promises made during election campaigns. These employees, who believed that their lives would improve after the formation of Telangana, are now expressing their disappointment with the Congress-led state government, which has been in power for over 10 months without addressing their grievances. Employees Unite for Justice Employee and teacher unions under the Joint Action Committee (JAC) have declared protests against the government’s inaction. During a meeting at the Telangana Non-Gazetted Officers (TNGO) office, JAC leaders, including Chairman Maram Jagadishwar and General Secretary Eluri Srinivasa Rao, expressed their dissatisfaction. They emphasized that pending issues like the release of five Dearness Allowances (DAs) have not been resolved, marking a historical delay. Additionally, the government has failed to release their General Provident Fund (GPF) savings. Jagadishwar pointed out that even after submitting multiple petitions to the Chief Secretary, there has been no response or discussions. Employees hoped that two DAs would be released by the Dasara festival, but now they are pinning their hopes on Diwali. Many employees feel that the respect they once enjoyed has diminished since the formation of Telangana, and they are demanding that their concerns be addressed in the upcoming cabinet meeting on October 26. They remain hopeful that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy will take positive steps toward resolving their issues. Lack of Progress on Key Demands JAC General Secretary Eluri Srinivasa Rao criticized the Congress government for ignoring six key demands that were highlighted in their manifesto. Despite repeated pleas, none of the 44 non-financial issues have been addressed. Rao argued that if the Chief Secretary took just one day to discuss these concerns with the unions, many of them could be resolved immediately. There is hope that a favorable announcement will be made during the upcoming cabinet meeting. Several union leaders, including Chava Ravi, Sadanand Goud, Vanga Ravinder Reddy, Madhusudhan Reddy, and others, participated in the meeting. They emphasized the urgency of addressing the pending issues, particularly as they affect not only active employees but also pensioners and other workers. Key Demands of the Telangana Employees The JAC has unanimously passed six major resolutions outlining their demands, which are crucial for the welfare of the employees, teachers, and pensioners. The government is urged to take immediate action on the following points: Release of Pending DAs: The employees demand the release of five pending Dearness Allowances, effective from July 1, 2022. They also call for arrears to be paid in cash. Clearance of Pending Bills: All pending bills must be approved, and the e-Kuber system should be abolished. The traditional system of clearing bills through the Treasury Department should be restored to ensure timely payments to employees. 51% Fitment Based on Price Hike: Employees are seeking a 51% fitment (salary adjustment) to cope with the rising prices. The second Pay Revision Commission (PRC) report should be implemented immediately. Health Insurance Scheme: A comprehensive health insurance scheme (EHS) should be introduced with equal contributions from both the government and employees/pensioners. Reinstatement of the Old Pension Scheme: The New Pension Scheme (CPS) should be abolished, and the old pension scheme should be reinstated to provide financial security for employees in their retirement. Review of G.O. 317: The government must review the controversial Government Order 317, which has impacted many employees. All grievances related to it should be addressed promptly. Protest Timeline and Action Plan The JAC has announced an extensive action plan to intensify their protests if the government fails to act. Here’s a breakdown of their planned activities: November 2: Submission of letters outlining the action plan to district collectors across all districts. November 4-5: Submission of petitions to local representatives in various districts. November 6: State Executive Meeting of the JAC. November 7 to December 27: Conferences in 10 unified districts to discuss the next steps. January 3-4: Employees will wear black badges while on duty and stage protests during lunch breaks. January 21: Silent demonstrations will be held across all districts. January 23: Bike rallies will be organized statewide. January 30: Human chains will be formed outside government offices throughout the state. Conclusion: A Call for Government Action The Telangana employees’ struggle is a clear indication of their frustration with the lack of progress on their issues. The JAC’s action plan underscores the seriousness of the situation and the growing unrest among employees, teachers, pensioners, and labor unions. The employees’ hopes now rest on the government’s response in the upcoming cabinet meeting. If their demands continue to be ignored, the protests will likely escalate, putting more pressure on the administration to take immediate action. This movement highlights the critical need for the government to engage with employee unions, resolve their financial and administrative issues, and restore the respect and dignity that the employees rightfully deserve.

The struggle of Telangana employees has intensified, with their issues remaining unresolved despite promises made during election campaigns. These employees, who believed that their lives would improve after the formation of Telangana, are now expressing their disappointment with the Congress-led state government, which has been in power for over 10 months without addressing their grievances.

Telangana Employees JAC Unite for Justice

Employee and teacher unions under the Joint Action Committee (JAC) have declared protests against the government’s inaction. During a meeting at the Telangana Non-Gazetted Officers (TNGO) office, JAC leaders, including Chairman Maram Jagadishwar and General Secretary Eluri Srinivasa Rao, expressed their dissatisfaction. They emphasized that pending issues like the release of five Dearness Allowances (DAs) have not been resolved, marking a historical delay. Additionally, the government has failed to release their General Provident Fund (GPF) savings.

Jagadishwar pointed out that even after submitting multiple petitions to the Chief Secretary, there has been no response or discussions. Employees hoped that two DAs would be released by the Dasara festival, but now they are pinning their hopes on Diwali. Many employees feel that the respect they once enjoyed has diminished since the formation of Telangana, and they are demanding that their concerns be addressed in the upcoming cabinet meeting on October 26. They remain hopeful that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy will take positive steps toward resolving their issues.

Lack of Progress on Key Demands

JAC General Secretary Eluri Srinivasa Rao criticized the Congress government for ignoring six key demands that were highlighted in their manifesto. Despite repeated pleas, none of the 44 non-financial issues have been addressed. Rao argued that if the Chief Secretary took just one day to discuss these concerns with the unions, many of them could be resolved immediately. There is hope that a favorable announcement will be made during the upcoming cabinet meeting.

Several union leaders, including Chava Ravi, Sadanand Goud, Vanga Ravinder Reddy, Madhusudhan Reddy, and others, participated in the meeting. They emphasized the urgency of addressing the pending issues, particularly as they affect not only active employees but also pensioners and other workers.

Key Demands of the Telangana Employees

The JAC has unanimously passed six major resolutions outlining their demands, which are crucial for the welfare of the employees, teachers, and pensioners. The government is urged to take immediate action on the following points:

  1. Release of Pending DAs: The employees demand the release of five pending Dearness Allowances, effective from July 1, 2022. They also call for arrears to be paid in cash.
  2. Clearance of Pending Bills: All pending bills must be approved, and the e-Kuber system should be abolished. The traditional system of clearing bills through the Treasury Department should be restored to ensure timely payments to employees.
  3. 51% Fitment Based on Price Hike: Employees are seeking a 51% fitment (salary adjustment) to cope with the rising prices. The second Pay Revision Commission (PRC) report should be implemented immediately.
  4. Health Insurance Scheme: A comprehensive health insurance scheme (EHS) should be introduced with equal contributions from both the government and employees/pensioners.
  5. Reinstatement of the Old Pension Scheme: The New Pension Scheme (CPS) should be abolished, and the old pension scheme should be reinstated to provide financial security for employees in their retirement.
  6. Review of G.O. 317: The government must review the controversial Government Order 317, which has impacted many employees. All grievances related to it should be addressed promptly.

Protest Timeline and Action Plan

The JAC has announced an extensive action plan to intensify their protests if the government fails to act. Here’s a breakdown of their planned activities:

Conclusion: A Call for Government Action

The Telangana employees’ struggle is a clear indication of their frustration with the lack of progress on their issues. The JAC’s action plan underscores the seriousness of the situation and the growing unrest among employees, teachers, pensioners, and labor unions. The employees’ hopes now rest on the government’s response in the upcoming cabinet meeting. If their demands continue to be ignored, the protests will likely escalate, putting more pressure on the administration to take immediate action.

This movement highlights the critical need for the government to engage with employee unions, resolve their financial and administrative issues, and restore the respect and dignity that the employees rightfully deserve.

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