NATIONAL FEDERATION OF POSTAL EMPLOYEES
FEDERATION OF NATIONAL POSTAL ORGANIZATIONS
ALL INDIA POSTAL EXTRA DEPARTMENTAL EMPLOYEES UNION
NATIONAL UNION OF GRAMIN DAK SEVAKS
NEW DELHI
INDEFINITE STRIKE CALLED OFF
SETTLEMENT REACHED AFTER FIVE ROUND DISCUSSIONS WITH POSTAL BOARD
· NO CLOSURE OF L2 OFFICES IN RMS FOR THREE YEARS.
· POST OFFICES ONLY RELOCATION. NO MERGER.
· ON SOME ITEMS LIKE GDS ISSUES OTA REVISION ETC DISCUSSION WILL BE
ARRABGD WITH MINISTER OF STATE FOR COMMUNICATIONS SHORTLY.
· OVERALL SETTLEMENT GOOD.
· READ THE MINUTES BELOW AND OFFER YOUR COMMENTS.
Minutes of the meeting taken by Secretary (Posts) with Postal Joint
Council of Action (JCA) on 10.01.2012, 12.01.2012 & 13.01.2012 on the
charter of demands served with notice of indefinite strike with effect
from 17.01.2012
In continuation of the meetings taken by respective Members of the
Postal Services Boards on 27.12.2011 with the Postal Joint Council of
Action (JCA) and to review the follow up action taken on various
issues raised in the charter of demands, Secretary (Posts) took a
meeting on 10.01.2012 starting at 11.00 Hrs in Dak Bhawan. A list of
officers and officer bearers/members of JCA who attended the meeting
may be seen at Annexure-1. The meeting started with welcome address of
Secretary (Posts) and thereafter the issues raised in the charter of
demands were taken up and the gist of discussions held during the
course of the meeting is as follows.
1 (a) Mail Network Optimization Project
Attention of the staff side was drawn to the relevant part of the
minutes of the meeting taken with JCA on 27.12.2011. Besides, with
reference to the concern expressed by the staff side in the matter of
high percentage of "Returned to Sender" (RTS) mail under Speed Post
BNPL scheme, the staff side was informed that the existing provisions
of the IPO Act do not confer any authority on the Department to charge
from the customer in RTS cases. However the new tool under the project
has enabled the Department realize the high instances of RTS mail and
take up the issue with such customers. It was also informed that in
order to address the problems relating to back routing of Speed Post,
recently 21 new intra- Circle hubs have been created.
With respect to the proposed network redesign for the first class mail
in terms of L1 and L2 mail offices, the Chairperson informed that the
Project seeks to streamline core mail operations, expedite processing
of mail and increase mail and parcel traffic. The Chairperson assured
that L2 mail offices will not be closed for the next three years. L2
mail offices in metro cities (other than those in Delhi & Kolkata
where AMPCs are under installation), will not be closed for the next
two years. When AMPCs will be installed in these cities, the matter
relating to consolidation of mail offices will be discussed with the
staff Side. The staff side expressed its reservations about the
proposed implementation plan for First Class mail in terms of its
impact on closure of mail offices and transfer of staff. On the issue
of change of administrative jurisdiction over Speed Post
Centres/Sorting Hubs, the staff side was informed that instructions
were issued to the circles earlier in this regard. From the report
received from 20 circles, it is ascertained that 53 out of 87 Sorting
Hubs are already functioning under the administrative control of an
RMS Division. Proposal for change in administrative jurisdiction from
Postal to RMS Division has been received from MP circle in case of two
Sorting Hubs, which will be examined.
Minutes of the meeting dated 27.12.2011
Following issues were discussed in the meeting:
(i) Member (O) as Chairman explained that we need to constantly
develop and improve our services. Staff side also supported and said
that they are not against modernization of the department.
(ii) The Chairman agreed with the staff side that Heads of circles
should honour the decision taken at apex level. He reiterated that the
department doesn't want to close or change the public interface and
sorting will be done by RMS staff.
(iii) Staff Side raised a number of issues of Maharashtra Circle.
Since it was not possible to discuss the issues related to only one
circle, it was decided to hold a separate meeting on the issues
pertaining to Maharashtra Circle, some time later.
(iv) The Staff side expressed their apprehension about the
implementation of network redesign for first class mail saying the L-2
mail offices will have very little mail to process and may lead to
closure of these offices in future. They also expressed their
apprehension that in urban areas and especially metro cities the
merger may lead to closure of RMS Divisions. It was explained to the
staff side that the Department would like to implement the new network
design for first class mail with further assurance that no L-2 mail
office will be closed till the completion of the MNOP Project. It was
further assured that no staff will be transferred from one city to
another unless some officials are themselves willing to move to bigger
stations. It was also assured to staff side that the merger of mail
offices will be put on hold in Mumbai and Chennai till the new sorting
machines are in place.
(v) It was also informed that for the mail offices under the revised
network, the Department is going to train the officials of the RMS to
handle the new business . Training will also be given in areas of
investigation of frauds and monitoring of frauds. It was also assured
that in case the new network leads to any back routing of mail, the
Department would be open to reassess the arrangements based on the
volume of mail that is being back routed.
(vi) The Staff side pointed out that the orders issued by the
Directorate vide No. 6-5/2011-D dated 20.10.2011 regarding the
administrative control over speed post centres/sorting Hubs have not
been implemented by the Circles.
(vii)The Chairman assured that Heads of Circles would be reminded to
submit their compliance report on Directorate O.M. dated 20.10.2011
within a week's time. The same will also be monitored through Video
Conference. It was decided to discuss this issue with Heads of Circles
in the VC scheduled to be held on 12.01.2012.
(viii)Instructions regarding putting in complete address of the
addressee in the system at the booking point have already been issued
, but the same are not being followed in many circles. It was assured
to reiterate the instructions.
(ix) The Chairman agreed for providing department transportation for
the staff deployed at AMPC, Delhi to and from Dhaula Kuan. Suitable
instructions have already been issued. to CPMG Delhi Circle.
1 (b) Closure/merger of Post offices
The staff side drew attention of the Chairperson to the variance that
existed between what was minuted as a result of discussions held in
June/July 2011 and what has been circulated amongst the Heads of
Circle vide letter No. 40-6/2011-PLG(Pt.) dated 25.08.2011. The
Contention of the staff side was that merger of a post office with
another post office actually tantamount to closure of Post office to
which they cannot agree. The matter regarding rationalization of
Postal network was discussed. Staff side agreed that post offices may
be shifted in cases of litigation and poor condition of buildings.
Staff side also agreed that closure of post office should be
accompanied by simultaneous relocation of the same to other areas.
However, the staff side stated that there should not be temporary
merger of Post offices. The matter was discussed and it was agreed
that there was a need for rationalization of postal network instead
of resorting to temporary merger of post offices, Circles will
identify areas where new post offices are required and would also
identify post offices that do not meet the norms and do not have
sufficient work. Circles will submit a report to the Directorate for
examination.
2(a) Grant of Central Civil Servants status to Gramin Dak Sevaks
Attention of the staff side was drawn to relevant portion of the
minutes of the meeting held on 27.12.2011. In the matter of scrapping
the new recruitment rules for promotion of Postmen, the staff side was
explained the view point of Department of Personnel and Training
regarding prescribing some minimum quota of direct recruitment
element, all recruitments to be made at the level of either MTS or
Postmen, and was asked to give suggestions in the light of the above
for further consideration by the Department.
2(a) Grant of Central Government Civil Service Status to Gramin Dak Sevaks
Minutes dated 27.12.2011
The staff side was apprised of the background of instruction of
EDA/GDS system in the Department of Posts, especially in the context
of their conditions of engagement which are totally different from
regular Government employees. Special mention was made about their
part time nature of work and the additional source of income which
were the basic conditions for their engagement. While commending the
role of Garmin Dak Sevaks in the functioning of Department of Posts,
Member (Personnel) as Chairperson of the committee explained to the
staff side the improvements which have taken place in their engagement
conditions over the years.
Minutes dated 10.01.2012
2 (b) In the matter of enhancement of bonus ceiling Gramin Dak Sevaks
to Rs.3500/- the staff side was apprised of the position as reflected
in the minutes of the meeting held on 27.12.2011. It was further made
clear that as per decision taken in the meeting held with the staff
side earlier, the matter was examined in consultation with Integrated
Finance Wing where it failed to find favour.
2 (c) The issue of withdrawal of upward change in norms for cash
handling etc. was decided to be relooked into, as per minutes of the
meeting held on 27.12.2011. Further the issue of stopping reduction of
TRCA in case of reduction of work load will be reviewed in the light
of decision taken on the issue of norms for cash handling.
Note: - Minutes dated 27.12.2011
2(e) Withdrawal of tightened norms for cash handling
The Chairperson agreed to have a relook into the matter.
(NB: The basic issues such as Civil servant status, Bonus etc. will be
further discussed in the Minister's meeting)
2 (d) Compassionate appointment of GDS
The System of awarding marks for making compassionate appointment in
case of GDS will be examined in the light of the proposal given by the
staff side.
2 (c) Filling up of GDs Mailmen posts in RMS
As recorded in the minutes of the meeting held on 27.12.2011 the
feasibility of redeployment of mail men posts in new areas eg.
Employment in IAP areas will be examined.
The Staff side desired the following issues to be examined:
(a) supply of chappal (b) repairs/replacement of fans (c) review of
cash conveyance allowance. It was agreed to look into these.
3. Revision of wages of casual labourers
The staff side was apprised that a committee had been constituted
under the Chairpersonship of CPMG Assam Circle to look into the issues
pertaining to casual labourers and it is likely to submit its report
shortly. The staff side was advised to give additional inputs, if any,
to the Committee which would be taken into account while finalizing
the recommendations.
4. Revision of OTA rates
As recorded in the minutes of the meeting held on 27.12.2011, it was
decided to examine the proposal keeping in view the OTA rates that are
being observed in the Ministry of Railways and Ministry of Defence.
The operational requirements of the Department were highlighted by the
staff side which were duly appreciated during the discussions. In the
matter of punishment of officials due to non performance of OTA duty,
earlier instructions of the Department were reiterated on 09.01.2012
and the staff side was supplied a copy of it.
5. Implementation of assurance made on 12.07.2011
The following issues were discussed in the meeting:
(a) Counting of special pay to PO and RMS accountants by
implementation of judgment of High Court of Karnataka.
The judgment of High Court of Karnataka in the matter of treating
special allowance for fixation of pay etc. was quoted by the staff
side with a request not to file an SLP in the matter particularly when
the Ministry of Law and Justice opined against it. The staff side was
informed on the action taken in the matter in the form of calling for
relevant information from the circles to be examined in consultation
with the Integrated Finance wing.
(b) Restriction on tenure posting in single/double handed Post offices.
The Staff side was informed that an order relaxing the restriction in
the matter referred to above is under issue.
(c) Grant of Special allowance to unqualified Accountants.
It was informed that instructions already exist on the subject which
would be got reiterated.
(d) Protection of pay of defunct PO and RMS Accountants
The Staff side requested to extension of benefits as decided in the
case of Natha Singh, Punjab Circle. It was agreed to circulate the
clarification given to Punjab Circle to the remaining circles also.
(e) Discontinue the fidelity Bond to SPM/Treasurers
The matter will be looked into.
(f) Arbitrary and forcible allotment of staff quarter
The view point of the staff side was well taken. It was informed that
the information regarding vacant staff quarters lying in various
circles had been called for in the light of which policy guidelines
will be formulated covering inter alia forcible allotment of quarter
including post attached quarters especially where such post attached
quarters is outside the premises of the post office building, as
pointed out by the staff side.
(g) Non supply of balance statement every year to officials covered under NPS.
The contention of the staff side was that the issuing of the balance
statement to officials covered under New Pension Scheme was not being
attended to with the result that they are not aware of details of
their credits etc. The staff side also mentioned that in the earlier
meeting, the Department made a commitment to start issuing balance
sheet by 31.03.2011. In this context, the staff side was apprised of
the issue of password to the members of the scheme which would be
enable them to approach the main server for this purpose. Further
instructions will also be issued for issue of balance statements to
all members of the scheme.
(h) Enhancement of financial powers LSG, HSG II and HSG I
The matter is under examination.
(i) Recovery of over payment on account fixation of pay, and
allowances to Postmen/bonus to GDSs
The view point of staff side was that recovery should not be made from
the salary of APM Accounts/Accountants due to over payment made to
Postmen in the process of implementation of Fifth Pay Commission
recommendations. The Staff side however contended that the Department
should have filed an SLP against the judgment of High Court to avoid
making recoveries from the salary of APM Accounts/Accountants.
Stressing on the point of making recoveries from Postmen's salary who
got over paid, it was stated that in case it was not possible, the
excess paid amount should be got written off.
The Staff side apprised the Secretary that huge amounts are being
recovered from Accountants/APM Accounts and, therefore, requested her
to decide the cases from humanitarian angle. Secretary assured that
the matter will be examined in Directorate.
(j) Honorarium for invigilators engaged in Departmental Examinations
The matter is already under process for considering enhancing the honorarium.
(k) Allowing the physically handicapped candidates for appearing in
IPOs examinations
The Staff side was informed that the matter has been taken up with the
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment the nodal Ministry for the
purpose. All information required by the nodal Ministry has been
supplied and the matter is being favourably considered.
(l) Grant of cash handling allowance to PO Treasurers at par with
Cashiers and the grant of allowance to all irrespective of their
position in MACP
The matter regarding bringing Treasurers at par with Cashiers will be
examined. As regards payment of cash allowance to Treasurers
irrespective of benefit extended under MACP, the issue has been the
subject matter of a Committee appointed for examination of various
allowances in the Department and report of the committee is under
examination.
(m) Holding of Department council (JCM) meetings.
The staff side was assured of holding of timely Departmental Council
(JCM) and periodical meetings. It was decided that the meetings would
be held regularly beginning from February 2012. The Staff side made a
suggestions for having a standing committee meeting before holding of
the Departmental Council meeting and the suggestion was agreed to. The
meeting of the standing committee will be held prior to the Department
Council meeting (JCM).
6. Immediate finalization of cadre restructuring
As recorded in the minutes of the meeting held on 27.12.2011 the
proposal is under consideration of a Committee under the Chairmanship
of DDG (P). The staff side expressed their concern about undue delay
in finalization of the proposal on which the Chairperson desired
finalization of this process by 31st March 2012. It was assured that
the time lines would be adhered to. As regard restructuring of Postal
Accounts officials, it was informed that the proposal was cleared by
JS&FA and stands referred to Secretary (Posts). It was also decided to
have separate committee under the Charipersonship of Ms. Sandhya Rani,
PMG (BD), Andhra Pradesh Circle with Director (MV) as the other
official member and S/Shri Giriraj Singh and D. Theagarajan as staff
side members, to consider cadre restructuring of MMS Staff. The
Committee will submit its report within three months from the date of
formation.
7. Decentralisation of PLI/RPLI
The staff side was explained in detail about the competition being
faced by the Department in the field of PLI/RPLI and the benefits to
be derived by decentralizing the functions. The staff side expressed
apprehension about relocation of staff due to the process of
decentralization. Member (PLI) explained as to how the role of DPLI
was going to be redefined by making the job more productive and the
fact that job description for each category of staff had been worked
out and the staff of PLI will play an important role in increasing the
business and providing after sale service. The request of the staff
side to permit the Circle/Regional Office branch of PLI to accept,
process and service the policies relating to their Headquarter cities
where they were located was accepted to.
The issue relating to payment of incentive though not discussed in the
meeting will be examined by CGM PLI as it form a part of Charter of
Demands.
8. Filling up of all vacant posts including GDS posts.
The Staff side was informed of the mass scale recruitment of regular
employees made in the year 2010-11. The staff side was further
apprised of the suitable instructions regarding filling up of GDS
Posts issued by the Department vide letter No. 17-103/2007-GDS dated
17.02.2011. The instructions were reiterated vide letter of even
number dated 06.01.2012. in regard to the proposal of the staff side
to redeploy of 2/3 posts for the period up to 2008 kept in skeleton,
it was informed that the posts were decided to be abolished by an
Inter Ministerial Committee and hence it was not possible to redeploy
the same.
9. Ensure 100% filling up LSG, HSG – 2, HSG -1 promotional posts
before implementation of Post Masters cadre. Eligibility of Post
Masters cadre official for appearing in IPOs/PSS Group 'B' examination
as also the accounts line officials.
The staff side was explained of the difficulty in filling up of HSG I
posts on regular basis due to non finalization of revised rules of
recruitment. It was also assured that the matter will be taken up with
UPSC, to finalise the same on priority. As regards, filling up of LSG
& HSG-II Posts, the staff side was apprised that the instructions were
issued to all the circles to fill up vacant posts. This was
subsequently followed up by a DO reminder from Member (Personnel)
also. As regards, eligibility of officials for Postmaster cadre to
appear in the IPs/PSS Group 'B' examination, it was decided to
reexamine the issue. The eligibility of POs/RMS accounts officials for
opting for Post Master cadre will also be considered.
10. Creation of a separate cadre for System Administrators
The issue is a part of the subject matter being considered by Cadre
Restructuring Committee. The staff side explained in details the
nature of duties of System Administrators which inter alia include
acting as a trainer and demanded for grant of travel allowance as per
SR 25 and Road Mileage in the event of their moving out of station.
The Committee has given its recommendations. Appropriate orders will
be issued shortly.
11 (a) Combination of beats/double duty, stop harassment of staff by
insisting on 100% delivery under Project Arrow etc.
As a follow up of the minutes recorded for the meeting of 27.12.2011,
the composition of the committee which was appointed to consider
issues relating to Postmen was revised and an order to this effect was
issued on 09.01.2012. The Committee has been given one month time to
submit its recommendations.
The Staff side expressed their concern about supply of good quality
uniforms and other kit items.
The following decision were taken in this regard:
(a) A proposal will be sent to the Department of Personnel &
Training to revise the rates of uniforms, kit items etc. which were
fixed in the year 2002.
(b) A clarification will be sought from the DOP&T on the rate of
trouser cloth fixed at Rs. 86 per meter and then linking it up with
the DGS&D rate contract.
(c) Replacement of umbrella with rain coat for Postmen appeared to
be justified and will be taken up with DO P&T.
12. Fixing norms for newly assigned works of Multi Tasking Scheme
(MTS). Allow to decline Postmen promotion for MTS under seniority
quota without loosing MACP promotion:
The duties to be performed by MTS have been clearly defined by the
Department. The issue of allowing MTS to decline promotion to Postmen
cadre under seniority quota without loosing MACP promotion will be
looked into.
13. Grant of promotion to Drivers/Artisans at par with Railways/Defence.
The view point of the staff side was that MMS Drivers are plying heavy
vehicles with more onerous responsibilities that staff car drivers and
therefore they should be compared with drivers of the transport
departments. The Chairperson agreed to examine the issue in details
keeping in view the practice followed in Ministry of Railways and
Defence, State transport or any other Government department where
drivers have to drive similar vehicles.
As regards artisans, the staff side was apprised of the sincere
efforts already made by the department in consultation with Ministry
of Finance. The proposal did not find favour on the grounds that the
cadre of charge hand stands merged with that of Artisan Grade-I.
However, it was agreed to have a further relook into the issue.
14. Declare SBCO staff as divisional cadre and stop harassment under
Contributory factors.
The existing system of transfer of SBCO staff for rotational transfer
within the cluster of divisions will be reiterated. In exceptional
circumstances Director HQrs., in consultation with AO/ICO (SB) may
consider movement of officials outside the cluster. As regards the
issue of recovery under contributory negligence factors the proposal
of the staff side will be examined.
15. Filling up of Civil Wing Posts
CE (Civil) was asked by the Chairperson to initiate urgent action to
fill up all vacant posts. The staff side raised question of lapse of a
number of posts due to these remaining vacant for more one year. CE
(Civil) informed that the proposal for revival of all those posts was
referred to DDG (Establishment).
As regards creation of new offices of Civil Wing the staff side was
informed that it would not be feasible.
The demand for transfer of existing staff within jurisdiction of the
Postal circle, the staff side was informed that there were very
limited number of posts in Civil Wing and even out of these around 40%
posts were lying vacant and, therefore, it was not feasible to examine
the proposal. However the position will be reviewed when all the
administrative posts in the Civil Wing are filled up. The staff side
brought to the notice of the Chairperson the need for restructuring of
Civil Wing cadres and finalization of the pending rules of
recruitment. It was agreed to pursue the same on priority.
16. Functioning of Postal Accounts offices
It was explained to the staff side that DAP offices in Guwahati and
Shillong, have been established. The question of providing facilities
for the staff Raipur will be looked into by DDG (PAF). As regard
Uttarakhand and Jharkhand, the proposal will be examined after
introduction of technology.
The question of grant of Group 'B' Non-Gazetted status to Senior
Accountants will be considered as per the decision made by the other
organized accounts cadres.
It was agreed to take action on priority for filling up of accounts
posts in Postal Accounts Wing. The question of discrimination in
promotion against the MTS officials to the cadre of LDCs after 2006
including the seniors in the Sorting cadre will be examined. The staff
side was also apprised that at present there is no proposal to
decentralize the Postal Accounts.
17. Counting of past service as RTPs for promotion and MACP
In the light of the Supreme Court judgment on the subject, there is no
scope for further examination of the proposal.
18. Implementation of apex court judgement in case of Relaxed Rules of
Recruitment (RRR) candidates.
The judgment of the apex court has been implemented in letter and
spirit which clearly state that this should not be treated as
precedent for the purpose of any other case or cases. In view of the
above there is no further scope of re-examining the matter.
19. Stop victimizing under contributory negligence factor.
The Chairperson explained to the staff side that it would not be
possible to issue any sweeping order in the matter as each case needs
to be decided on its merits and the competent authority while
disposing of the matter does take into account all the relevant
factors including involvement of the official and the appellate
channels are available.
20. Stop discrimination towards PO & RMS Accounts Cadre.
It was decided to refer the matter to the committee constituted for
cadre restructuring for examination.
21. Enhancement of LR strength
It was not found possible to enhance the LR strength as demanded by
the staff side.
22. Ensure prompt grant of Child Care Leave
Suitable instructions in this regard already stand issued.
23. Review of MACP clarificatory order and rectify the issues like
non-drawal of special allowance etc.
The issue was referred to the Committee constituted on allowances. The
committee has submitted its report which is under consideration in the
Department. It was agreed to issue the following clarifications:
(a) Grant of MACP will not be deferred on the ground of contemplated
disciplinary/vigilance proceedings.
(b) Instructions on review of ACRs/APARs by screening committees
will be reiterated.
(c) Recovery ordered by DAP in AP and West Bengal Circles in the
matter of pay fixation on MACP in case of MTS is being looked into.
(d) Cases relating to declining promotion prior to issue of MACP
order (prior to 2009) would be examined and appropriate orders issued.
24. Drop FR 17-A etc.
The staff side was apprised of liquidation of arrears in the matter of
Rule 9 (Pension Rules) disciplinary cases with further clarifications
that all out efforts are being made to clear the pendency. As regards
imposing of FR 17A, the staff side was explained that the Department's
instructions on the subject provide for involving the said provisions
only in case of incitement, violence etc. the instructions were
reiterated on 09.01.2012.
25. Legitimate right to avail holidays etc.
The staff side expressed their serious concern about deputing of
officials at odd hours in the name of organizing melas etc. Instances
were brought to the notice when officials were called as late as 8 to
9 pm and 1.30AM for holding meetings/melas etc. Special mention was
made by the staff side about Karnataka Circle. It was agreed to call
for a report from the Karnataka Circle based on which suitable action
will be taken.
In view of the detailed discussions held and decisions taken, the
staff side was requested to call off the proposed strike.
The meeting ended with a vote of thanks to the Chair.
2. Modification in Minutes – Sought for
We have pointed out that some assurances given during discussion is
omitted in the minutes. Secretary, Department of Posts, agreed to
include agreed items and a revised minutes will be issued on
16.12.2012. Staff side sought following
additions/alterations/modification in the minutes.
Item 1 (a) - Mail Network Optimisation Project
1. L2 mail offices in metro cities (other than those in Delhi &
Kolkata where AMPCs are under installation) will not be closed for
next three years. (In the minutes it is wrongly shown as two years.
Regarding L2 offices it is correctly shown as three years in the
minutes)
2. It was further assured that requirement of more L1 offices
will be considered.
3. The staff side expressed its reservations about the proposed
implementation plan for first class mail and also the installation of
AMPCs in terms of its impact on closure of mail offices and transfer
of staff due to declining mail traffic in future. It is assured that a
review will be undertaken after two years.
4. Regarding transfer of administrative jurisdiction for speed
posts hubs to RMS superintendents, it is agreed to decide the cases of
other circles also expeditiously.
5. It is assured that Postal Assistants will not be drafted for
sorting work and only RMS staff will do the sorting work.
Item 1 (b) - Closure/merger of Post offices
1. The words – "and poor conditions of buildings" – should be deleted.
2. The words – "there was a need for rationalization of Postal
network" – should be deleted.
Item 1 (c) – Fixing norms for CRC, EPP and Logistics
The following may be added in the minutes "Norms for CRC, EPP and
Logistics will be examined separately.'
Item 2 (a) – Grant of Civil Servants status to Gramin Dak Sevaks
Item 2 (b) – The following may be added Bonus – "However another
attempt will be made to send the case for approval of Finance."
Item 2 (c) – The staff side desired the following issues to be examined.
(d) – Providing norms for new work like RPLI etc.
3. Revision of wages of casual labourer
The staff side expressed its concern over the inordinate delay in
payment of revised minimum wages w.e.f. 1.1.2006. It is assured that a
decision in this regard will be taken shortly.
4. Revision of OTA rates
Regarding waival recovery of OTA already paid, it is agreed to
re-examine the issue.
5. Implementation of assurance made on 12.07.2011 (m) Holding of
Departmental Council JCM meetings.
It was agreed that a DO letter from Member (P) will be sent to all
Circle Heads to ensure prompt holding of JCM Regional Council meetings
and other periodical meetings such as Four-monthly, bi-monthly and
monthly meetings at Divisional level.
7. Decentralisation of PLI/RPLI
The issues relating to payment of incentive instead of honorarium to
the Divisional office staff will be examined by CGM PLI. It was
assured that all the officials deputed to CO/RO for PLI/RPLI work will
be repatriated to their parent divisions immediately.
9. Ensure 100% filling up of LSG, HSG-II, HSG-I promotional posts.
About the eligibility of Postmaster cadre officials for officiating in
HSG-I vacancies, it was agreed to issue necessary clarifications.
10. Creation of separate cadre for System Administrators
Add the words – "and also trainers allowance". Add – "Revival of the
three DDG committee for deciding the nature of duties and
responsibilities etc will be done.'
11. (a) Combination of beats/double duty, stop harassment of staff by
insisting 100% delivery under project arrow etc.
1. Next sitting of the Postmen Committee will be held on
16.01.2012 at 3 PM.
2. It is agreed that a DO letter will be sent by Member (P) to
all Circle Heads to fill up all vacant posts of sorting postmen, cash
overseer, mail overseer and Head Postman.
3. Instructions will be issued to all Circle heads for timely
payment of speed post incentive to Postmen staff.
4. Till the Postmen committee finalises it report and decision
thereon is taken by the Department, no abolition or redeployment of
Postmen posts will be done. Status quo will be maintained.
13. Grant of promotion to Drivers/Artisians at par with Railways/Defence
After "However it was agreed to have a further relook in the issue"
Add – "Within three months".
14. Declare SBCO staff as Divisional cadre and stop harassment under
contributory factors
After – "As regards the issue of recovery under contributory
negligence factors".
Add – "Such as SB minus balance etc. the proposal of the staff side
will be examined with due consideration of the man-power shortage
factor."
15. Filling up of civil wing posts
Minutes of the separate meeting held with CE on 12.01.2012 will
be supplied to the staff side.
19. Stop victimizing under contributory negligence factor
However the earlier orders on the subject will be reitereated.
20. Stop discrimination towards PO & RMS Accountants cadre
The issue of redistribution of LSG/HSG II posts and counting the date
of passing the Accountant examination for seniority for promotion will
be considered.
21. Enhancement of LR Strength
Add – "as per DO P&T instructions on the subject. The staff side
pointed out that the existing 10% LR posts are remaining vacant in the
Postmen/MTS cadre in many Divisions. It is agreed to issue
instructions to all Circle heads to ensure filling up of all vacant LR
Post.
22. Ensure prompt grant of Child Care Leave
It was agreed to issue further instructions to all concerned.
24. Drop FR 17-A etc.
Specific instructions will be issued to Chief PMG Maharashtra Circle
and Tamilnadu Circle in this regard.
25. Legitimate right to avail holidays etc.
Earlier Directorate orders on this subject has been reiterated to
implement it in letter and spirit.
3. Orders issued on Strike Demands
Please click below for downloading the original orders
1. Orders on uniforms
2. Imposing Punishment on non performance OTA
3. FR 17 (A) – Clear cut guidelines
4. No Melas on Sundays/Holidays – Implementation of the order in
letterand spirit.
5. Postmen committee – Re-Constitution
6. Filling up of GDS Posts –Detailed guidelines
