New trainee policy to end ad hoc system in two years: Himachal govt
In a statement issued here, the spokesperson said that previously the period for regularising contractual employees depended on ad-hoc decisions and the discretion of the government in power and the duration varied from two to eight years.
The objective of the new policy was to end the ad-hoc system and ensure regularisation of employees after a two-year period, he said.
He also clarified that there was no provision in the new policy to terminate the services of any trainee after two years.
Meanwhile, the state BJP media incharge Karan Nanda said the central and state Congress leaders who had promised one lakh jobs in the first cabinet and five lakhs jobs in five years have cheated the unemployed youth by bringing trainee policy.
Nanda said that hundreds of educational, health, revenue and other institutions have been de-notified in the past 2.5 years of Congress government, development has come to a standstill and unemployed youth seeking jobs are protesting on roads.
So far, the nodal agency has not been decided by the government and such policies would lead to corruption, he said, adding that the examination after two years of recruitment is the new change in the system.
The state government spokesperson said that some political leaders were spreading misinformation regarding the policy and questioned how the Agniveer scheme, which was once a key recruitment source for Himachali youth, has now completely shut its doors.
He said that the new policy has been designed keeping in mind the interests of the youth and that most of its provisions were similar to the previous contract policy.
He further said that a departmental examination would be conducted after the two-year training, for which the personnel department would soon issue detailed guidelines. All candidates selected through the Himachal Pradesh Public Service Commission (HPPSC) and the Rajya Chayan Aayog would be regularised after completing the two-year trainee period.
Under this policy, newly appointed trainees would undergo two years of practical training during which they would learn the functioning of their respective departments and after the training, they would be better equipped to handle departmental responsibilities with greater skill and efficiency, he added.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
India Today
35 minutes ago
- India Today
Bail for nuns soon: Kerala BJP chief in damage control mode, meets church leaders
Calling the arrest of two nuns in Chhattisgarh a 'misunderstanding,' BJP State President Rajeev Chandrasekhar on Friday said they would be released on bail soon, and that the Prime Minister and Union Home Minister had assured that the state government would not oppose their bail met Metropolitan Archbishop of Thrissur, Mar Andrews Thazhath, the President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of India (CBCI), at the Bishop House in meeting comes amid widespread protests by the Christian community in Kerala against the BJP over the arrest. 'This is not a political issue. We are only trying to help the people,' Chandrasekhar told the media after the meeting. He claimed that the arrests stemmed from a procedural lapse under Chhattisgarh's law regulating private placement agencies, which requires young women moving across districts for work to be registered on a portal. 'That was not done. Hence the misunderstanding and police action,' he BJP leader also criticised the protests outside the Durg sessions court and the jail where the nuns were held, calling them 'political drama.' He alleged the demonstrations, reportedly led by Congress and Left groups, led to the case being transferred to an NIA response, the Congress-led UDF in Kerala slammed the BJP, accusing it of enabling attacks on the Christian community. 'It is the BJP government in Chhattisgarh that arrested the nuns in the first place,' said Leader of Opposition VD Satheesan. He reiterated that attacks against Christians were increasing and that last year's warning about BJP leaders visiting churches during Christmas had proven true.'Now even the church is saying, don't come with cakes,' Satheesan said, referring to the BJP's outreach efforts to the Christian also rejected claims that no Congress MPs from Chhattisgarh were involved in protests, stating that all senior leaders participated in the the meeting, Archbishop Thazhath said the church hoped the nuns would be granted bail during the day and described the police action against them as 'painful.' He also conveyed to Chandrasekhar the need to ensure the safety of the Christian community amid rising Thursday, Chandrasekhar had also met Syro-Malabar Church Major Archbishop Mar Raphael Thattil to inform him of steps being taken to secure the nuns' release, including assurances from the Prime Minister and Home nuns, Preethi Merry and Vandana Francis, along with Sukaman Mandavi, were arrested at Durg railway station on July 25 following a complaint by a local Bajrang Dal functionary who accused them of forcibly converting three girls from Narayanpur and trafficking them.- EndsMust Watch IN THIS STORY#Kerala
Time of India
an hour ago
- Time of India
Evening news wrap: EC responds to Rahul Gandhi's 'vote theft' remarks; Prajwal Revanna convicted in rape case and more
Source/Agencies The Election Commission of India on Friday dismissed allegations made by Rahul Gandhi who claimed that the constitutional body was involved in large-scale electoral manipulation. A special court for elected representatives convicted Prajwal Revanna, ex-Hassan MP and grandson of former prime minister HD Devegowda for raping a 47-year-old domestic help. Meanwhile, the government is exploring options to respond to US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 25 per cent tariff on Indian goods. Here are the top five news stories for the evening: Election commission dismisses Rahul Gandhi's 'vote theft' allegations: The Election Commission of India has rejected Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's allegations of vote theft during the 2024 Lok Sabha elections in Karnataka, calling them baseless. In an internal note, the EC instructed election officials to ignore such unfounded claims and continue working with neutrality and transparency. It also pointed out that no formal complaints or legal action were taken by the Congress party during or after the elections. Read full story Prajwal Revanna convicted in rape case involving domestic help: A special court in Bengaluru has convicted Prajwal Revanna, former Hassan MP and grandson of ex-Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda for raping a 47-year-old domestic worker. The judgment was delivered by a court handling cases related to elected representatives. The incident adds to the ongoing legal troubles for Revanna, who is already facing multiple allegations of sexual assault. Read full story India mulls next steps after 25% US tariff; F‑35 jet deal in jeopardy: India is reassessing its defense and trade strategy following a 25% tariff imposed by the US on certain Indian exports. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Are you from Bangladesh? The Prices of Solar Panels Might Surprise You Search | Solar Panels Undo The development has cast uncertainty over the proposed acquisition of F-35 fighter jets from the US, with the Indian government now considering whether to proceed with the deal. Officials are evaluating next steps while weighing the impact of the tariff move on broader trade and defense ties between the two countries. Read full story Bihar draft electoral rolls released; EC opens window for claims till September 1: The Election Commission has published the draft electoral rolls for all 243 Bihar assembly constituencies following a Special Summary Revision. Citizens can file claims and objections regarding the voter list until September 1. The rolls will be available both digitally and physically at designated locations. The exercise aims to ensure transparency and correct inclusion or removal of names ahead of the assembly elections. Read full story World's longest lightning megaflash spans 829 km across three US States: The World Meteorological Organization has confirmed a new world record for the longest single lightning flash measuring 829 kilometers recorded across Texas, Louisiana, and Mississippi. This 'megaflash' broke the previous 768 km record from Brazil. The flash occurred horizontally and didn't last long but traveled an exceptional distance. WMO used advanced satellite technology to detect and verify it. Read full story
Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Hindustan Times
California governor election 2026: Who's running? Check full candidate list
Kamala Harris announced on Wednesday that she will not be participating in the race for California governor, leaving the space empty with no new frontrunner. Gavin Newsom has been appointed as the governor of the state for the past eight years. With his second term almost over, the 2026 elections for California governor present an opportunity for a fresh leader's face. Kamala Harris will not run for California governor, and Gavin Newsom's term to end soon; a crowded field of candidates emerged from both parties. (AP Photo/Juliana Yamada, File)(AP) Also Read: California woman charged $8000 for 45 mins parking at Glendale hospital: Here's what happened next Who is running for California governor in 2026? With a crowded field of both Republican and Democratic candidates vying for attention, voters are faced with a mix of well-known political figures. While some candidates bring name recognition, many others remain unfamiliar to the public, as reported by ABC7. Democrats Katie Porter Former Congresswoman from Orange County, Katie Porter, has previously served in Washington from 2019 until 2025, when she stepped down to run for Senate. However, she lost in the primary to Adam Schiff. Beyond her time in Congress, she has built a distinguished career and is a tenured professor at UC Irvine's law school. Eleni Kounalakis Under Gavin Newsom, Kounalakis has served as California's Lieutenant Governor for seven years. She also brings diplomatic experience with her as she was previously appointed as US Ambassador to Hungary by former President Barack Obama. Antonio Villaraigosa Antonio Villaraigosa served as the Mayor of Los Angeles from 2005 to 2013. He has also been long active in Democratic politics, including roles as co-chair of Hillary Clinton's 2008 presidential campaign and chair of the 2012 Democratic National Convention. He previously ran for governor in 2018 when Newsom was elected. Xavier Becerra Becerra was the first Latino to serve as the Secretary of Health and Human Services under former President Joe Biden. He also served as California's Attorney General from 2017 to 2021. Prior to that, he was part of Congress. Toni Atkins Toni Atkins is a longtime California lawmaker who served as President Pro Tempore of the State Senate from 2018 to 2024. Before that, she made history as the Speaker of the State Assembly from 2014 to 2016. Betty Yee Betty Yee served as California's State Controller from 2015 to 2023. Prior to that, she was a member of the State Board of Equalization from 2004 to 2015. Stephen Cloobeck American businessman Stephen Cloobeck is the founder of the timeshare company Diamond Resorts. He has donated to several democratic causes over the years and also appeared on the television show Undercover Boss. Tony Thurmond Tony Thurmond is the California State Superintendent of Public Instruction and was part of the state assembly from 2014 to 2018. Republicans Chad Bianco Chad Bianco has served as Riverside County Sheriff since 2019 and is a prominent figure in California's law enforcement community. Steve Hilton Former Fox News host Steve Hilton is a vocal supporter of Trump and continues to contribute to the news outlet. He was a British citizen who became a US citizen in 2021. Green Party Butch Ware Butch Ware is a hip-hop artist and an associate professor who was also the vice presidential nominee for the Green Party in 2024.
