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APSRTC Union Demands Uniform Allowance for Drivers
Rapid Summary:
- The Andhra Pradesh Public Transport Department (APPTD-APSRTC) Employees’ union has called for equal pay and allowances for all bus drivers,including on-call and hired drivers.
- APSRTC recently increased payments for double duties and special assignments, offering ₹900 for conductors, ₹1,000 for drivers, ₹1,800 for special/night halts, and ₹2,000 for double muster duties.
- On-call drivers reportedly receive lower amounts (₹800 to ₹1,800), unlike the standard payment of ₹1,000 to ₹2,000 received by regular drivers. Additionally, daily duty incentives have been stopped in some depots.
- The Union believes such disparities could undermine initiatives like the Stree Shakti scheme and demanded fair compensation practices across all categories of drivers.
Indian opinion Analysis:
The demand by APSRTC Employees’ Union highlights notable concerns about wage disparity within Andhra Pradesh’s public transport system. If unresolved, unequal pay structures might not only lead to dissatisfaction among workers but also impact operational efficiency. Given that programs like the Stree Shakti scheme depend on cohesive workforce morale and financial stability among stakeholders such as hired or on-call drivers, equitable pay could be essential in ensuring their success.
This situation underscores an important principle: uniform treatment in workplaces often leads to better worker relations and productivity gains. Managing wages fairly while implementing recently revised payment schemes will likely be key in upholding institutional harmony across APSRTC depots.
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