Step in right direction: NC

Srinagar, Mar 12: National Conference (NC) Provincial President Kashmir Showkat Ahmad Mir Wednesday welcomed the announcement of a committee to regularise daily wagers in J&K, aiming for a roadmap in six months.

In a statement, he  welcomed the announcement of a high-powered panel by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, headed by Chief Secretary Atal Dulloo with a motive of creating a roadmap to address the issue of regularising daily wagers, ad hoc workers, and casual laborers across J&K.

Mir emphasised that PDP-BJP government and the LG administration had neglected this humanitarian issue, ignoring the daily struggles of thousands of families associated with these employees. “It is time to prioritize the well-being of these workers and their families, and this panel is a step in the right direction towards achieving that goal,” he said.

NC leader  said that promises made by previous governments and bureaucratic regimes since 2014 have proven to be empty, as no concrete measures have been taken to address the issues faced by these employees. “The failure to regularise their positions, ensure fair pay, or guarantee timely salary disbursements highlights a deep-rooted apathy that borders on shamelessness. This neglect is not just an administrative lapse; it is a violation of the basic rights and dignity of these professionals,” he said.