In a significant move to boost the morale of Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) employees, the state government has decided to increase their basic pay by Rs 6500 from April 2020. This decision was warmly welcomed by the ST Staff Action Organization, who thanked the Chief Minister for his support. However, the Chief Minister also took the opportunity to express his disappointment with the unions over the hardship caused to the common people during the ST strike that took place during the Ain Ganapati festival.
- Pay Hike: The Chief Minister announced a substantial increase in the basic pay of MSRTC employees, effective from April 2020.
- Union Displeasure: The Chief Minister expressed his dissatisfaction with the unions for the inconvenience caused to the public due to the ST strike during the Ain Ganapati festival.
- Staff Unions Meeting: A meeting of Sahyadri guest house staff unions was held in the wake of the ST strike.
- Key Attendees: Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Industries Minister Uday Samant, MLAs Sarveshree Sadabhau Khot and Gopichand Padalkar, and senior government officials were present at the meeting.
In short,
- The pay hike is expected to improve the financial situation of MSRTC employees and boost their morale.
- The Chief Minister’s strong stance against the strike sends a clear message to the unions about the government’s expectations.
- The meeting provided a platform for discussions on the issues faced by MSRTC employees and potential solutions.
The decision to increase the basic pay of MSRTC employees is a positive step towards addressing their concerns and ensuring the smooth functioning of public transport in Maharashtra. While the Chief Minister’s expression of displeasure over the strike serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible union actions, it is hoped that this incident will lead to a more constructive dialogue between the government and the unions in the future.
