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The Joint Action Council of Tamil Nadu Teachers and Government Employees has dismissed reports of meeting TVK leader Vijay. They clarified their non-partisan approach in advocating for employee welfare. The group recently secured nine key demands from the state government, including maternity leave provisions. JACTO-GEO remains focused on policy advocacy through democratic means.

Key Points: TN Teachers and Govt Employees Deny Meeting TVK Leader Vijay

  • JACTO-GEO denies media claims of meeting Vijay
  • Org stresses non-partisan advocacy for 25+ years
  • Recently secured 9 key demands from TN govt
  • Old pension scheme report expected by Sept 30
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TN teachers and govt employees' groups dismiss reports of meeting TVK leader Vijay

JACTO-GEO refutes reports of meeting actor-politician Vijay, reaffirms its non-partisan stance on employee welfare demands.

"We categorically deny the news suggesting our coordinator met Vijay to discuss demands – JACTO-GEO"

Chennai, June 16

The Joint Action Council of Tamil Nadu Teachers Organisations and Government Employees Organisations (JACTO-GEO) has refuted media reports claiming that its state coordinator met Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President and actor-turned-politician Vijay to discuss key demands related to government employees and teachers, including the old pension scheme.

In an official statement issued on Sunday, JACTO-GEO clarified that no such meeting took place and termed the reports "completely unfounded".

"On behalf of JACTO-GEO, we categorically deny the news published in various media outlets suggesting that our state coordinator met TVK President Vijay on Friday to discuss the demands of government employees and teachers, including old pensions," the statement said.

JACTO-GEO said that it is an umbrella federation representing a broad spectrum of associations comprising government employees, teachers, and civil servants across Tamil Nadu.

"It is within the discretion of individual associations to make decisions and act accordingly. However, these actions do not reflect the stance or involvement of JACTO-GEO as a whole," the statement noted.

The organisation further underscored its long-standing role in advocating for the rights of public sector employees in the state.

For more than 25 years, JACTO-GEO has consistently fought for the welfare of teachers, civil servants and other government staff through protests and negotiations, regardless of which political party was in power.

Over the years, the federation has secured significant victories, including salary revisions and the restoration of forfeited employee benefits.

In its latest series of campaigns, JACTO-GEO successfully pressured the state government to accept and implement nine long-pending demands.

These include crucial provisions such as surrender leave and the inclusion of maternity leave in the official work schedule.

Additionally, the state government has assured the federation that the report from the committee tasked with reviewing the old pension scheme will be submitted by September 30.

"We remain committed to securing justice and long-term welfare for all government employees, and we will continue our efforts through legitimate democratic means," the statement concluded.

The clarification seeks to dispel any confusion and reinforce JACTO-GEO's independent, non-partisan approach to policy advocacy for state employees.

- IANS

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Here are 5 diverse Indian perspective comments for the article:
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Karthik R.
Good that JACTO-GEO clarified quickly. These days media creates unnecessary controversies by mixing politics with genuine employee welfare issues. Teachers and govt employees deserve better benefits without being dragged into political drama.
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Priya S.
As a teacher in TN, I appreciate JACTO-GEO's non-political stand. Our pension demands are serious matters affecting thousands of families. Don't reduce our struggles to political photo-ops! The September 30 deadline better be met 🙏
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Mohan K.
Why is media so obsessed with film stars turned politicians? There are real issues here - maternity leave inclusion and surrender leave benefits matter more than fake meeting stories. Focus on substance please!
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Anitha V.
JACTO-GEO has done remarkable work over 25 years. My mother got her benefits restored because of their efforts. But they should be more transparent - if individual associations met Vijay, why hide it? Transparency builds trust.
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Rajesh B.
Old pension scheme is crucial for government employees' financial security. Hope the committee doesn't delay the report beyond Sept 30. Media should highlight these real issues instead of chasing masala stories about actor-politicians!

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