Bhubaneswar: In a historic decision, the Odisha Cabinet today decided to abolish the contractual system of recruitment permanently.
“Today, I am delighted to announce that the State Cabinet has decided to abolish the contractual system of recruitment permanently,” announced Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik in a video message after the meeting of the State Cabinet.
Patnaik said that even today, there are no regular recruitments in many States and they are still continuing with the contractual recruitment system.
But in Odisha, the era of contractual recruitment has come to an end, he added.
“I was waiting for this moment. The notification will come out tomorrow,” the Chief Minister informed.
He said that more than 57,000 employees will be benefited.
The Government will spend approximately Rs 1,300 crore per annum. This decision brings early Diwali for their family members, he added.
“Today, Odisha is moving ahead with confidence. A strong and empowered Odisha. This is a golden moment in the history of Odisha,” the Chief Minister stated.
He suggested all Government employees to work sincerely, serve the people with commitment and follow the 5-T initiative of Teamwork, Technology, Transparency, Time and Transformation diligently while discharging duty.
Work hard to enhance the image of Odisha, and play a significant role in the transformation of Odisha, he urged.
