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Hans India
11 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
AP JAC chief accuses govt of betraying employees
Vizianagaram: AP JAC Amaravati state president Bopparaju Venkateswarlu accused the coalition government of betraying government employees by failing to fulfill promises made during election campaigns. Addressing a press conference here during his district-wide tour, Venkateswarlu pointed to the growing discontent and insecurity among government employees across Andhra Pradesh due to the government's failure to deliver on pre-election commitments. He was in the district to attend a meeting to form the new AP JAC Amaravati committee for the united Vizianagaram district. The AP JAC is conducting statewide visits to form new committees and collect feedback from employees. 'We are gathering suggestions and grievances to pursue appropriate redressal measures,' Venkateswarlu said. Despite the coalition government being in power for over a year, it has not addressed key employee concerns, including pending arrears, Interim Relief (IR), Dearness Allowance (DA), and the cancellation of the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). Venkateswarlu pointed out that TDP leader N Chandrababu Naidu had promised a better Pay Revision Commission (PRC) and other benefits before the elections. 'Employees are now reminding us of those promises through video recordings,' he remarked. Venkateswarlu criticised the government for failing to appoint a PRC commissioner even after a year. 'Four DA instalments remain pending, and over Rs 25,000 crore is due to employees,' he stated, urging the government to ensure transparency by reflecting pending amounts in payslips or through official communication. He reiterated the demand for restoring the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) for employees recruited before December 31, 2004. Highlighting the plight of contract and outsourcing staff, he noted that of approximately 10,000 contract employees, only 3,000 were regularised previously, and the rest deserve permanent status. He also called for addressing the severe financial struggles faced by outsourced employees. Venkateswarlu urged the government to initiate immediate dialogue with employee unions and form a cabinet sub-committee to resolve these issues. He referenced the 2022 'Chalo Vijayawada' protest, which gained national attention, warning that unresolved grievances could lead to similar unrest. Revenue Services Association president T Govinda and others attended the event.
Hans India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
BJP accuses Congress of misleading BCs with unconstitutional ordinance on reservations
Hyderabad: At a media conference held at the BJP Telangana State Office, BJP State General Secretary Kasam Venkateswarlu strongly criticized the Congress Party's stance on Backward Classes (BCs) reservation, accusing it of misleading the public and violating legal norms. Addressing the media on Wednesday, he alleged that the Congress Party had reached the 'peak of vile politics' in Telangana and was trying to manipulate BCs with false promises. He cited the Kamareddy Declaration, which claimed to offer 42 percent reservation for BCs in local bodies, and questioned its legal validity. 'The Congress is using Telangana as a political laboratory,' he said, adding that the ordinance issued lacked Assembly approval and legal backing. Referring to constitutional hurdles, Venkateswarlu reiterated that BJP State President Ramchander Rao, a legal expert, had clarified the implications of the 9th Schedule and emphasized that religious-based reservations are not permissible. He further warned that by allegedly allocating portions of BC quotas to Muslims, the ordinance would only deliver 32 percent actual reservation to BCs, calling it 'unconstitutional. He highlighted Congress's prior failure to fulfill reservation promises—including the Udaipur Declaration and caste census commitments in Karnataka—and criticized its lack of representation for BCs at the Chief Minister and Prime Minister levels. Calling for transparency, Venkateswarlu urged the Congress government to publicly release details of the caste census and clarify its legal strategy for implementing BC reservations. He stressed the need for a constitutionally sound law instead of pre-election ordinances, which he described as 'short-sighted appeasement tactics.' Venkateswarlu stated that the BJP has consistently worked to uplift Dalits, Bahujans, BCs, and middle-class communities—citing its central cabinet composition as proof of its inclusive governance. He reaffirmed the BJP's promise to appoint a BC Chief Minister if elected in Telangana and called on the people to hold Congress accountable to its guarantees.
The Hindu
11-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
APSRTC employees union seeks immediate resolution of key issues
The A.P. State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC) Employees' Union, in its 74-year journey, has not only secured several rights and welfare measures for RTC workers but also played a key role in the historic merger of the corporation with the State government, said Andhra Pradesh JAC Amaravati Chairman Bopparaju Venkateswarlu. Speaking at an event marking the union's 74th anniversary on Friday, Mr. Venkateswarlu recalled the long-standing efforts for the merger, pursued since 1952 and finally realised in 2020. While the merger was a milestone, he said it initially led to the suspension of several benefits, including incentives and compassionate appointments. These issues were later resolved through a 92-day agitation jointly led by AP JAC Amaravati and the Employees' Union during the previous government's tenure. Mr. Venkateswarlu informed that a representation was recently submitted to M. Ravi Chandra, Secretary to the Chief Minister, seeking redressal of the pending issues. He reaffirmed the AP JAC's full support for the cause of the Public Transport Department employees. He appreciated the government for ensuring timely disbursal of salaries and pensions but highlighted employee concerns over pending dues, the long-overdue 12th Pay Revision Commission, and the absence of Interim Relief, which he said were leading to growing dissatisfaction among the workforce. A.P. Public Transport Department (APPTD) Employees' Union State president P. Damodar Rao urged the government to clear long-pending promotions held up for over six years. Pointing out that nearly 25% of APSRTC buses had been leased to private operators, he demanded that the proposed induction of electric buses into the RTC fleet should be operated solely by RTC staff. He said successful implementation of the proposed free bus travel scheme for women would require immediate recruitment of 10,000 new employees and addition of 3,000 buses. He also pressed for the restoration of medical services through a referral hospital system, payment of pending gratuity and leave encashment for retired staff, and job security for outsourced workers. Representatives from various employees' associations also participated in the event.
Hans India
04-07-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Review held to enhance administrative efficiency Kurnool GGH
Kurnool: A comprehensive review meeting was held at the Kurnool Government General Hospital on Thursday under the supervision of Hospital Superintendent Dr K Venkateswarlu. The session focused on the performance and responsibilities of the ministerial staff and hospital personnel. Key topics included punctuality, section-wise performance assessments, adherence to the Face Recognizing System (FRS), and the delivery of timely administrative and patient-related services. Dr Venkateswarlu conducted an in-depth evaluation of the ministerial staff's functioning, analysing their roles across various sections. He also scrutinised the duties of fourth-class employees and voiced displeasure regarding lapses in their responsibilities. Strict instructions were issued mandating the use of ID cards, compliance with dress code regulations, proper FRS-based attendance, and strict punctuality. The Superintendent warned that any violations in these areas would result in departmental disciplinary action. Further, the Medical Records and Transcription (MRT) section was directed to ensure the prompt issuance of reports, death certificates, and birth certificates to avoid inconvenience to patients. Emphasis was placed on attending to public grievances without delay and avoiding any negligence in service delivery. All hospital staff were instructed to remain accessible during their designated duty hours and to maintain proper documentation of files and records. The Superintendent also reviewed seat allotments within the ministerial staff and announced changes aimed at improving workflow. Deputy CS RMO Dr Padmaja, Hospital Administrator Sindhu Subrahmanyam, Administrative Officer Srinivasulu, and other hospital personnel attended the meeting.
The Hindu
26-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Youth should stay away from drugs: Cluster University registrar
Cluster University registrar Katta Venkateswarlu said that the country will develop on all fronts if the youth decide to stay away from drugs. On the occasion of International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, the Cluster University organised a programme, where Mr. Venkateswarlu administered oath to the students, faculty and non-teaching staff to keep away from drugs. He said that drugs will lead to several health issues and urged every individual to create awareness on the ill-effects of drug abuse. Silver Jubilee Degree College principal G. Srinivas, meanwhile, urged students not to get addicted to drugs.
