J&K EJAC Delegation Presents Charter of Demands to Chief Secretary

DOGRA HERALD BUREAU
JAMMU, Dec 20
In a resolute display of unwavering commitment to the welfare of employees, a distinguished and high-level delegation from the Jammu and Kashmir Employees Joint Action Committee (J&K EJAC), led by President Wajahat Hussain Durrani, held a pivotal meeting with the Honorable Chief Secretary of J&K UT, Shri Atal Dullo (IAS), yesterday on 19.12.2023 at his office chamber in the Civil Secretariat, Jammu.
The delegation presented a comprehensive memorandum, articulating key demands that underscore the urgent need for transformative policies and equitable considerations for the workforce across various departments/PSUs. The demands stand as imperatives for the betterment of the working class. Key demands include:
Enactment of a comprehensive regularization policy for all categories of daily wagers, coupled with the immediate implementation of the Minimum Wage Act, Urgent release of GP fund withdrawals/advances, emphasizing the streamlining of current withdrawal procedures for expeditious access, Equitable distribution of human resources, meticulously aligned to enhance the quality of education, Swift implementation of the 7th Pay Commission for leftover corporations, Affirmation and confirmation of all in-charge officials and officers within the education department including promotions, Unwavering commitment to career progression and advancement opportunities for 10+2 cadre lecturers, Timely release of pending DA/arrears for PSU employees, ensuring financial justice, Formulation of a robust and comprehensive transfer policy favoring Jammu based reserve category employees posted in Kashmir, Uncompromising commitment to the regularization of Rehbar-e Khel and Rehbar-e- Junglat employees who have completed required term, Tailoring service rules for Royal Spring Golf Course employees to reflect fairness and equity, Allocation of budgetary provisions for J&K PDD employees and strict adherence to SRO 109 and confirmation of officers working as Incharge, Introduction of a technical grading system for health technical employees, acknowledging their expertise, Urgent regularization of Anganwadi employees, recognizing their pivotal role in community development, Full-scale implementation of the 74th constitutional amendment, showcasing commitment to constitutional ideals.
President JK EJAC, Wajahat Hussain Durrani, presented these demands with eloquence, emphasizing the urgency and gravity of each point for the holistic well-being of the workforce. Provincial President M. Amin Khan and Gen Secretary Sajad Ahmad Parray raised additional concerns from the education sector and other departments, further underscoring the multifaceted challenges faced by the employees.
The Chief Secretary, Shri Atal Dulloo, attentively listened to all the demands, assuring swift and decisive action in the future. He commended President Wajahat Hussain Durrani for his dignified and articulate presentation. President Durrani expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Chief Secretary for his keen interest in addressing the concerns raised during the meeting.
This event marks the second meeting in the past two weeks where the government has actively engaged in fruitful discussions with the J&K EJAC leadership, signifying a commitment to resolving pertinent employee issues. The J&K EJAC remains optimistic about positive outcomes resulting from these collaborative efforts.
A, press conference was conducted today on 20.12.2023 by the leaders at the press club in Jammu, briefing the media about some important highlights of the meeting. During the press conference, President Wajahat Hussain Durrani termed the meeting successful and stated that EJAC is working as a bridge between the government and the employees.
Leaders from both provinces of Jammu and Kashmir including Vishal Manhas from Agriculture, Omkar Parihar ,Anil Radha ,Mohammad Ashraf Showkat Ali Beigh .Qamar ud Din ,M.Shafi Shaida ,Mushtaq Ah Malik , Gulzabir Daing , Vipin Kumar Dilbagh Sing,Jagdish Singh ,Anchal Bakhshi,Faizaan Truboo,Sachin Tikoo Farooq Ahmad PDD,Ab Rahman Bhat,Farooq Ah Paul, and others distinguished leaders attended the meeting.