MP's plea to reinstate contract workers of RINL
MP appeals for reinstatement of RINL contract workers highlights labour rights concern and calls on authorities to address the illegal termination, demand justice and job restoration in line with industrial dispute norms.
MP's plea to reinstate contract workers of RINL
TDP MP Matukumilli Sribharat met Union Minister of Steel and Heavy Industries H.D. Kumaraswamy, in New Delhi on Monday to discuss critical issues concerning the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (RINL).
During the meeting, Sribharat requested the Central Government to consider the reinstatement of contract workers who have contributed significantly to the plant’s development and possess strong service records.
He emphasised the importance of regularizing these employees to ensure the plant’s smooth functioning. Further, the MP from Visakhapatnam proposed that the Kendriya Vidyalaya presently operating within the plant premises be transferred under the Ministry of Education. This, he explained, will provide students with more stable and quality educational facilities.
Sribharat also suggested implementing a Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) for the staff of Vimal Vidyalayam, functioning within the plant area, to provide them with financial security. Highlighting workforce concerns, Sribharat stressed the urgent need for full-time employee recruitment at the steel plant. He pointed out that proper staffing will facilitate effective promotions, enhance production capacity, and ensure steady availability of raw materials.
These strategic improvements would greatly benefit the plant’s overall performance, he said.
Minister Kumaraswamy acknowledged the proposals favourably and assured that the ministry will undertake necessary measures. He said that the ministry is committed to addressing these concerns promptly and constructively.
