Gadwal: The Progressive Recognised Teachers’ Union (PRTU) has urged the government to address several pressing issues affecting teachers. They threatened to organize protests led by MLC Sripal Reddy if their demands are not met soon.
Union Leaders Involved:
Several leaders, including District President Pacharla Thimmareddy, Mandal President Shiva Shankar Reddy, and State Associate President Srinivas Reddy, were part of the announcement.
Key Demands and Issues:
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Filling Teacher Vacancies: The union wants all vacant teaching positions filled quickly through promotions and transfers.
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Monthly Budget for Pending Bills: They demand the government allocate ₹700 crores monthly to clear pending bills, reminding officials of past promises.
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New Health Policy: PRTU calls for a health policy that offers premium health cards, usable in cities like Vijayawada and Kurnool.
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Promotions for SG Teachers: The union insists that SG teachers should be promoted to LFL Headmaster posts as scheduled.
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Old Pension Scheme for 2003 DSC Teachers: They want teachers hired through the 2003 DSC to be included in the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), rejecting the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS).
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Unified Service Rules: The union asks for unified service rules and quick recruitment of regular MEOs, Deputy Education Officers, and DIET lecturers.
Conclusion:
The PRTU expressed frustration over delays in resolving these issues and warned of street protests if the government doesn’t take swift action. They emphasized that these demands are crucial for improving education in Telangana.
