Key Points

Visakhapatnam MP Sribharath met Union Steel Minister Kumaraswamy to discuss key issues at Vizag Steel Plant. He urged the reinstatement of contract workers and better staffing to improve operations. The MP also proposed transferring the plant’s Kendriya Vidyalaya to the Education Ministry. Kumaraswamy assured prompt action on these concerns.

Key Points: Visakhapatnam MP Sribharath Urges Kumaraswamy to Reinstate Vizag Steel Workers

  • MP Sribharath pushes for reinstatement of Vizag Steel Plant contract workers
  • Proposes Kendriya Vidyalaya transfer under Education Ministry
  • Recommends VRS for Vimal Vidyalayam staff
  • Urges full-time recruitment to boost plant efficiency
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Visakhapatnam MP Sribharath meets Union Steel Minister Kumaraswamy, urges reinstatement of contract workers at Vizag steel plant

Visakhapatnam MP Sribharath meets Steel Minister Kumaraswamy, demands contract worker reinstatement and better staffing at Vizag Steel Plant.

"The Ministry is committed to addressing these concerns promptly and constructively. - HD Kumaraswamy"

New Delhi, August 4

Visakhapatnam MP Matukumilli Sribharat met with the Union Minister of Steel and Industries, HD Kumaraswamy, in New Delhi on Monday to discuss critical issues concerning the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant (RINL).

During the meeting, MP 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 regularising these employees to ensure the plant's smooth functioning.

Further, MP Sribharat proposed that the Kendriya Vidyalaya presently operating within the plant premises be transferred under the Ministry of Education. This, he explained, would provide students with more stable and quality educational facilities.

He also recommended 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, MP Sribharat stressed the urgent need for full-time employee recruitment at the steel plant. He pointed out that proper staffing would 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 HD Kumaraswamy acknowledged the proposals favorably and assured that the ministry would undertake necessary measures. He said that the Ministry is committed to addressing these concerns promptly and constructively.

- ANI

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Shreya B
Good initiative by MP Sribharat. But why only now? These issues have been pending for years. The education proposal for Kendriya Vidyalaya is especially important - our children deserve better facilities.
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Arjun K
As someone from Vizag, I can say the steel plant is the backbone of our city's economy. Regularizing workers and proper staffing will boost morale and productivity. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Priya S
The VRS scheme sounds good in theory, but will the compensation be fair? Many workers have dedicated their lives to the plant. Government must ensure proper packages.
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Vikram M
While the proposals are welcome, what about the privatization plans? The central government should clarify their stance. Vizag steel plant is our pride, not for selling!
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Kavya N
My father worked at VSP for 30 years. The plant needs modernization along with these HR reforms. Hope the minister considers infrastructure upgrades too. #SaveVizagSteel

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