Railway worker body seeks Rs 69,000 minimum wage from 8th pay commission
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- ✓The National Federation of Indian Railwaymen sought a minimum pay of Rs 69,000 from the 8th Central Pay Commission on Friday.
- ✓The body pitched a fitment factor of 3.833 to “ensure an adequate and meaningful revision of pay.” They also asked for more promotions and higher annual increments for workers.
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- BUSINESS
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- The Economic Times
- Reading Speed
- 2 Minute(s)
- Market Focus
- India Economy
Synopsis
The National Federation of Indian Railwaymen has presented demands to the 8th Central Pay Commission. They have requested a minimum salary of Rs 69,000 for employees, along with a fitment factor of 3.833. Additionally, they seek an increase in annual increments from 3% to 6% and at least five promotions during service. The federation also wants the merger of dearness allowance with basic pay when it reaches 25%.
The National Federation of Indian Railwaymen has sought a minimum pay of Rs 69,000 per employee in its representation on the 8th Central Pay Commission. The railway worker body pitched a fitment factor of 3.833 to “ensure an adequate and meaningful revision of pay.”
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