cleanliness pledge on Gandhi Jayanti

Government staff to take cleanliness pledge on Gandhi Jayanti -- NEWS

For the first time in the history of India, Gandhi Jayanti will not be a holiday for government staff who will have to report to work to take the 'Swachch Shapath'.

Cabinet Secretary Ajit Seth, on September 20, directed all central government secretaries to ensure that every employee takes the pledge on October 2, the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The text of the pledge will soon be sent to all the departments.

Besides this, Prime Minister   Narendra Modi   has taken several steps to implement one of the biggest public campaigns for cleanliness. The minutes of meeting between Modi and 20 secretaries reveals that a new law may be enforced to ensure cleanliness. The prime minister has asked the law linistry to amend existing laws or to analyse whether a new Act is required to act against those who litter.

The prime minister also directed the Finance Ministry to explore a taxation policy to keep a check on those who pollute.

According to the minutes of meetings, Modi was of the opinion that dairies and cattle are major sources of garbage and pollution in urban areas and towns.

Hence, he directed the animal husbandry department to consider setting up of cattle hostels. The prime minister asked his sub-ordinates to engage Bollywood celebrities in a big way to campaign for his 'Swachch Bharat' mission.

Famous poets and singers should also be a part of the nationwide campaign that will begin on September 25, the prime minister said.

A marathon will be organised by the sports ministry to create awareness about the cleanliness drive in every city with a population of over one lakh.

The Prime Minister further suggested the Department of School and Education to ensure questions on cleanliness in examinations.

Meanwhile, prime minister Modi noted that he had undertaken plans to cleanse the political system and the administration machinery. "Now is the time to cleanse the nation. I want each one of you to contribute in every possible way. It is our vision to present a clean India to the outside world," he asserted.

Coming down heavily on the banking system, Modi wondered whether the banks served the purpose they were set up for. "We need inclusive growth. Our Jan Dhan sceheme will help us achieve it," he said.

SOURCE : INDIA TODAY NEWS

Government employees have to be present in office on October 2 to take cleanliness pledge 

All government employees will have to be present in office on October 2, Gandhi Jayanthi, the day when Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch 'clean India' campaign, and take the cleanliness pledge, a directive issued by the Cabinet Secretary Ajit Seth on Wednesday said. The employees will be administered 'Swachhata Shapath' (pledge of cleanliness) in government offices, public functions and events on October 2, the directive said. The cleanliness drives led by senior officials will be undertaken in all government and public offices, it said.

The Centre had earlier declared October 2 ( Mahatma Gandhi's birthday) as compulsory holiday. The Prime Minister will on October 2 launch 'clean India' campaign, aimed at cleaning the country. There will be a special cleanliness drive in government offices from Thursday till October 2 to get rid of clutter, garbage and weed out old and unwanted things from government office premises, the directive said.

Modi had on August 15 announced the launch of the campaign.

"I come from a poor family, I have seen poverty. The poor need respect and it begins with cleanliness. I, therefore, have to launch a 'clean India' campaign from October 2 this year and carry it forward in four years," Modi had said in his speech on Independence Day from the Red Fort. The Cabinet Secretary had earlier also written to secretaries of central government departments pressing the need for clean working spaces.

"There are certain offices where construction material is lying for years. In some office premises, unused or junked vehicles are also parked. The departments have already been asked to make sure that no clutter, unused vehicles, rubbles or building material are lying in the office premises," a Personnel Ministry official said. There may be surprise inspections to ensure the effectiveness of cleanliness drive, he said.
Senior officials have sprung into action and instructed their concerned supervisors to ensure that the office premises are clean. 

SOURCE :DNA News

CONFEDERATION STRUGGLE PROGRAMME

MASS DHARNA AT JANTAR MANTAR

NEW DELHI ON 25.09.2014 

25 செப்டம்பர், 2014

24-9-14 அண்று JCA  சார்பாக சென்னையில் நடந்த தார்ணா போராட்டத்தில் அகில இந்திய  பொது செயலர் தோழர்  N.சுப்ரமணியன் அவர்கள்  கலந்து  கொண்டு தார்ணாவை துவக்கி  வைத்தார். முன்னால் அகில இந்திய  பொது செயலர் ஆறிவு ஜீவி அண்ணன் KVS அவர்கள்  தார்ணாவை முடித்து  வைத்தார் 

west bengal circle pa sa dr paper-2 exam date announced

Update as on September 25, 2014
Schedule of Paper II (Computer Skill Test) for the following Postal Circle is as follows:
Postal Circles Exam Date Exam Time West Bengal (32)              09 to 13 October 2014 09:00AM onwards in Batches. Please check your Admit Card for timings
Candidates for the above mentioned Postal Circles may check their status for Paper I by Logging into the website. Candidates, shortlisted to appear in the Paper II, may download the Admit Cards.
Please keep visiting the website for exam schedules for other Postal Circles & updates.

Inter Circle Transfer of IP Cadre under Rule 38

Irregular and illegal Disciplinary action against innhocent GDS staff – case of Koppal, Gadag division in N.K. Region, Karnataka Circle.

It is reiterated that GDS staff are not responsible for double payment under MGNREGS.  The role of BPM is very limited where he had performed his bonafide duties in the routine.  His is to carry out the orders of his higher ups on all matters including instructions on MGNREGS.  Please imagine the quantum of work over 1,25,000(one lakh twenty five thousand) accounts in Koppal HO alone and the plight of the staff without any support by the administration by way of deployment of additional staff to meet the over burden.  As per instructions, Nodal officers of the rank of ASP/IP were also on the job to monitor and supervise the work!  The BPMs are not responsible for irregular procedure adopted by the HO/SO/NODAL OFFICERS in the matter.

In order to get excess/double paid amount from the beneficiaries of the MGNREGS, again pressure was mounted upon the GDS for recovery. Barring a very few where the BPMs left the department, retired etc., almost all money has been recovered for the department and the services rendered by the BPMs and GDSMD/MCs of the BOs are neither appreciated nor rewarded.  Now STRANGELY disciplinary action is proposed without any valid reason which is opposed vehemently at this end.  It is seen of late that harassment of GDS is on increase under the guise of disciplinary action even for small routine issues.  THE MATTER OF DISCIPLINE IS NOT REVIEWED TO SAFE GUARD THE INTEREST OF HARD WORKING AND SINCERE STAFF WHICH IS HIGHLY DEPLORABLE.

The GDS are to follow the directions of the Mail Overseers, SPMs, Inspectors and ASPs as the case be and even the divisional head.  Most of the instructions are now a days oral, especially in the present scenario where much is said about business, profit, our contribution to the department, hard work, work beyond duty hours, self reliance etc. Everyone should own the responsibility and share the responsibility in adverse situation also and it is not proper to push the poor, innocent and humble GDS to further deteriorating condition. 

Under the above circumstances the GDS in the entire Koppal Branch are agitating over the injustice done to them and given a notice of TILL SETTLEMENT FAST INEVITABLY WHEN THE TALKS ARE FAILED WITH THE DIVISIONAL ADMINISTRATION.  We therefore request you to look into the matter in the proper perspective and cause to STOP SUCH EXCESSES ON GDS, TAKE BACK POD GDS ON DUTY immediately.  We urge upon the Head of the Circle to constitute a committee including staff leaders to arrive at truth and rational conclusion/decision.

Postal JCA Dharna on 24-09-2014

Postal JCA Dharna on 24-09-2014

Congratulations and thanks to  GDS comrades for the grand success of Dharna infront of  divisional offices. A very good reports have received from all corners of the country that the call given by Postal JCA on 39 Charter of demands has been observed by conducting Dharna infront of  Divisional offices.

The General Secretary, AIPEU GDS (NFPE) attended Dharna in Tirupati (AP) and addressed in the meeting. NFPE leaders viz., Com.B.Sridhar Babu, Orgg. Circle Secretary, Gr.C., Com.Ventarathnam reddy, Circle Office bearer of P4 Union, Com.Kumaraswamy reddy, R3 (CHQ) and NFPE leaders from Srikalahashi, Piler, Puttur, Vayalpadu were also attended. Com.Kandarapu Murali, Dist. Secretary, CITU invited as Cheif Guest and addressed the Dharna.

Hon'ble PM announces minimum pension of Rs 1000 for former Central Government employees

Hon'ble PM announces minimum pension of Rs 1000 for former Central Government employees

Bangalore, Sept. 23 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing a rally here today , announced that effective from October, the minimum pension for all former Government of India employees would be Rs 1000.

Addressing the gathering, Prime Minister Modi said, "There are 32 lakh people who are former employees of the Government of India who used to get pensions ranging from Rs 50 to Rs 200. An old person who get such a low pension will never be able to lead a life of dignity, thus we took a decision that the minimum pension that can be given will be Rs 1000."

Stating that a stable, strong government that won the majority of the seats had been brought into power thanks to the voters, the Prime Minister further called for women to contribute to the development of the nation, saying, "Women should be able to live with dignity and contribute to the national workforce."

Prime Minister Modi also talked of the schemes that have been introduced for the benefit of farmers, saying, "It is due to the efforts of the farmers of our country that the rest of the country is able to eat. The rest of the country can eat their fill, but his pocket is never filled. Thus, we have started schemes to reverse this trend so that the farmer can live with pride."

The Prime Minister also talked of addressing the unemployment problem in the country, saying, "The youth want employment and if employed, this country will not be behind anybody as far as development is concerned and India is fortunate to have 65 per cent of its population under the age of 35 years. There is need for skill development to hone the ability of this youth. A degree alone will not be enough." (ANI)

Source : http://www.aninews.in/