Telangana Govt to Form Committee on Power Sector Employee Issues, Bhatti Vikramarka
Telangana Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka announces committee to resolve power sector employee issues, assures no DISCOM privatisation.
Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka announced that the government will form a committee of senior officials to resolve power sector employee issues.
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The decision was taken after a meeting with leaders of the Electricity Employees Joint Action Committee (JAC) at Praja Bhavan on Sunday.
No Privatisation of DISCOMs, Assures Bhatti Vikramarka
During the meeting, JAC leaders raised concerns over rumours of privatisation of power distribution companies (DISCOMs).
Responding firmly, Bhatti Vikramarka clarified:
- DISCOMs will not be privatised under any circumstances
- Employees should counter false propaganda
- Government remains committed to strengthening the power sector
Key Issues Raised by Electricity Employees JAC
The Electricity Employees Joint Action Committee submitted a memorandum highlighting several demands:
- Establishment of a third DISCOM
- Employee adjustments
- Implementation of 2026 PRC (Pay Revision Commission)
- Restoration of old pension scheme (for employees recruited up to 2004)
- Regular promotions and recruitments
- Resolution of artisan-related issues
Monthly Meetings and 1912 Helpline Focus
The Deputy Chief Minister directed that:
- Senior officials should meet employee unions for one hour every month
- Issues should be resolved through regular dialogue
He also stressed the importance of addressing public grievances:
- Complaints received via 1912 power helpline must be resolved promptly
- Power utilities should ensure efficient service delivery
Telangana Govt Focus on Strengthening Power Utilities
Bhatti Vikramarka emphasized that both employees and officials must work together to strengthen Telangana’s energy sector.
The proposed committee to resolve power sector employee issues will play a key role in addressing concerns and improving coordination.
Committee Formation to Address Power Sector Issues
The Telangana government’s decision to form a committee for power sector employee issues is expected to bring clarity and solutions to long-pending demands.
With assurance of no DISCOM privatisation and structured dialogue mechanisms, the government aims to ensure stability and efficiency in the power sector.
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