Postal workers in Karnataka announce indefinite strike from December 12; Details here
Bengaluru: The All-India Gramin Dak Sevaks Union (AIGDSU) has declared an indefinite strike across the state of Karnataka starting from December 12. The primary objective of the strike is to demand the fulfillment of various demands put forth by the postal workers.
During a press conference held in Bengaluru on Friday, Union General Secretary S.S. Mahadevaiah highlighted the key demands of the rural postal service employees. The union is advocating for the granting of civil servant status to postal workers, along with an 8-hour duty and associated benefits.
Mahadevaiah emphasized that, in line with the recommendations of the Kamlesh Chandra Committee, financial upgradations should be provided to postal employees after completing 12, 24, and 36 years of service. The union is also seeking adequate medical privileges and, based on the committee's report, the provision of 30 days of earned leave per year, along with the ability to accumulate unused leave for 180 days.
Another key demand is for retired postal service employees to receive half of their salary. The indefinite strike is expected to have a impact on postal services across the state.
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UP: Govt hospital staff booked for sexually assaulting woman in pretext of ultrasound test
Gorakhpur (PTI): A hospital employee was booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in the pretext of an ultrasound test here in the district women's hospital, police said on Saturday.
According to the complaint, the woman, a resident of the Gulriha area, visited the district women's hospital on Thursday morning for an ultrasound test.
She was directed to a room, where Abhimanyu Gupta was conducting ultrasounds. When her turn came, the accused allegedly stared at her and told her to remove all her clothes, claiming it was necessary for the test and that a massage would also be required, she said.
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The woman alleged that once she complied, the accused began making obscene advances and tried to force himself on her. When she screamed, he allegedly gagged her, abused her and threatened to kill her before pushing her out of the room.
She said her complaints within the hospital went unheard, forcing her to approach the police.
Taking cognisance of the complaint, the hospital administration constituted a three-member inquiry committee, officials said.
Senior consultant (paediatrics) Dr Jay Kumar said, "The woman has levelled serious allegations against a staff member. Senior officials have been informed, and a departmental inquiry is underway. Strict action will be taken if the charges are proved."
Kotwali Station House Officer Chatrapal Singh said a case has been registered, and efforts are on to nab the accused.
