GUWAHATI, Jan 12: Assam Chief Minister Dr Himanta Biswa Sarma held a meeting with a delegation of the newly elected committee members of the Sadou Asam Karmachari Parishad (SAKP) at Janata Bhawan on Saturday.
The delegation was led by SAKP President Dipen Sarma and Secretary General Pankaj Barman. During the meeting, several key matters, aimed at addressing the needs and aspirations of the employees of the State Government, were deliberated upon. These included proposed amendments to service rules, the enhancement of the Apun Ghar housing scheme, and the age of retirement for government employees, reflecting the evolving dynamics of workforce management.
The need for cashless treatment facilities at health institutions for government employees and their dependents was another focal point of the discussion, alongside other critical concerns that significantly impact the welfare and interests of the state’s workforce.
The delegates of the Sadou Asam Karmachari Parishad expressed their appreciation to the Chief Minister for his proactive approach and openness to hear and address their concerns. Dr Sarma stated that the submissions of the delegates would be deliberated upon and reiterated his government’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the state’s employees.
The meeting was attended by Chief Secretary Dr Ravi Kota, Principal Secretary to Chief Minister Dr KK Dwivedi, other senior officials of the Government of Assam, along with the newly elected committee members of the Sadou Asam Karmachari Parishad.
