VJUCTA protest to getrights promised by govt

Nagpur: Various issues were highlighted by Vidarbha Junior College Teachers’ Association (VJUCTA) at the office of the deputy director of education where teachers protested to get their basic rights that are yet to come their way despite being approved by the government two years ago.
Increment, promotions, retirement and the number of admissions were a few of the many issues that were taken up by teachers. Various demands were voiced to government officials by the teachers seeking the grant.
Since 2012, junior college teachers have been raising a number of issues concerning their basic rights. Adding to the misery are the government’s new rules and regulations which have affected many students and teachers.
Every government employee is entitled to an increment after completing 10 years in service, but teachers in particular are not getting their due.
On the issue of pension, the teachers contended that how come those appointed before November 1, 2005 are not getting their rightful dues. Limiting the number of admissions to 60 in junior colleges attached to high schools was another issue discussed with education officers.
Teachers have demanded at least 30 years of service and retirement at 60, instead of the current 58 years. Pension policy, salary increment to deserving teachers and five-day working per week were the other demands of the teachers. Roughly 80-100 teachers were at the protest venue.
Speaking to TOI, Ashok Gavhankar, who is heading VJUCTA, said, “Teachers who deserve to retain pension should get their rights and the government should consider this issue very seriously. Teachers who work hard should get their deserving promotion and pay.”
Chetan Hingnekar, PRO of VJUCTA, said, “The rights which have been promised by the government should come into effect soon. Teachers give their best while working and hence, their rights should be safeguarded. Our protest will continue if are demands are not met.”