Jammu’s Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, revealed plans to start the process of regularising daily-rated workers in a phased and transparent manner from the next financial year. This decision was announced during an Assembly discussion on Demands for Grants. Abdullah acknowledged the struggles faced by daily wagers and temporary workers seeking job security and dignity.
The Chief Minister emphasized that the government is aware of the hardships endured by these workers and their families. He assured that the regularisation process would be initiated in a structured and fiscally sustainable way, following a clear roadmap. The move is significant politically, given the historical sensitivity of the issue in Jammu and Kashmir.
Abdullah reiterated the government’s commitment to addressing the matter practically and compassionately. While recognizing financial constraints, he stressed the moral obligation towards workers who have long served various departments without adequate compensation. The proposed phased mechanism for regularisation may involve categorization based on service length, departmental requirements, and financial feasibility.
