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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has announced a special bonus package for public sector employees. The move will benefit over 2.69 lakh workers across various state-run corporations. Employees in profit-making units will receive a full 20% bonus while others get at least 10%. This ₹376 crore initiative aims to boost worker morale ahead of the festive season.

Key Points: Stalin Announces 20 Percent Bonus for Tamil Nadu PSU Employees

  • Covers employees of TNEB and transport corporations in C and D categories
  • Profit-making PSUs get full 20% bonus including ex-gratia
  • Loss-making units receive minimum 10% bonus payment
  • Temporary workers in consumer goods corporation get ₹3000 ex-gratia
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CM Stalin announces 20 pc bonus for Public Sector employees in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu CM Stalin approves 20% bonus for state PSU workers, benefiting 2.69 lakh employees ahead of festive season with ₹376 crore package.

"The decision is aimed at recognising and rewarding the efforts of workers and boosting morale ahead of the festive season. - Government Statement"

Chennai, Oct 6

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, M.K. Stalin, has ordered the payment of a 20 per cent bonus and ex-gratia for employees of state-run corporations and boards, including the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board and State Transport Corporations, for the financial year 2024–25.

The decision is aimed at recognising and rewarding the efforts of workers and boosting morale ahead of the festive season.

In a government statement, CM Stalin said the move is part of the state’s commitment to support its workforce and encourage better performance in Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs).

The order covers employees classified under ‘C’ and ‘D’ categories, who form the backbone of operations in these organisations.

Under the new scheme, employees of profit-making public sector units in the ‘C’ and ‘D’ grades will receive 8.33 per cent of their annual wages as a statutory bonus and an additional 11.67 per cent as ex-gratia, totalling 20 per cent.

Those working in the Tamil Nadu Generation and Distribution Corporation (TANGEDCO), State Transport Corporations, Tamil Nadu Consumer Goods Trading Corporation (TNCGTC), and the Tamil Nadu Milk Producers’ Cooperative Federation (Aavin) will also get the full 20 per cent, provided they are eligible for it.

For employees in PSUs that do not generate allocable surplus, the state will still extend relief — they will receive a minimum 8.33 per cent bonus, plus 1.67 per cent ex-gratia, totalling 10 per cent.

Workers in the Tamil Nadu Housing Board and Chennai Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (CMWSSB) will also get 8.33 per cent bonus and 1.67 per cent ex-gratia.

Additionally, temporary workers in the Tamil Nadu Consumer Goods Corporation will receive a one-time ex-gratia payment of ₹3,000.

Depending on their wage bracket, eligible permanent employees will get between ₹8,400 and ₹16,800 as part of this package. This decision will benefit over 2.69 lakh employees across Tamil Nadu’s public sector organisations and is expected to cost the government ₹376.01 crore.

Separate orders will soon be issued for employees of other cooperative and allied institutions. Officials said the announcement would help motivate workers and enable them to celebrate the upcoming festival season with greater enthusiasm, while also reinforcing the government’s goodwill towards its workforce.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I appreciate the government supporting workers, I'm concerned about the financial burden of ₹376 crore on state exchequer. Hope this doesn't affect other development projects. The government should ensure fiscal discipline while being generous.
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Suresh O
Good decision! C and D category employees are the real backbone of these organizations. They work in difficult conditions and this bonus will boost their morale. My cousin in TANGEDCO has been waiting for such recognition for years.
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Anjali F
What about private sector employees? We also work hard but get no such bonuses. Government should think about all working people, not just public sector. The gap between government and private jobs keeps increasing.
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Michael C
Smart political move before festivals. This will definitely boost employee satisfaction and productivity. The timing is perfect - people can use this money for Diwali shopping and celebrations. Good governance strategy!
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Kavya N
Including temporary workers with ₹3000 ex-gratia shows the government cares about all workers, not just permanent staff. This is progressive thinking! Hope other states follow Tamil Nadu's example 👏

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