Constitution of the 8th Central Pay Commission and various issues: Feedback of Meeting with Hon’ble Dr. Jitendra Singh, MoS (I/C), Ministry of Science & Technology and MoS, PMO. A delegation from the Government Employees National Confederation (GENC) met with Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh on August 4, 2025, to discuss key employee demands. The minister assured the constitution of the 8th Central Pay Commission would be announced soon and immediately arranged a follow-up meeting with the Pension Secretary regarding the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS). Other issues raised included enhancing compassionate appointments, cadre reviews, and ensuring regular JCM meetings. While some demands were noted for examination, others, like DA arrears, were withdrawn. The meeting was conducted in a cordial atmosphere.
Govt. Employees National Confederation
(AFFILIATED TO B.M.S.)
Correspondence Address- 2-A, Naveen Market, Kanpur – 208001
REF: GENC / Meeting / MoS PMO / 193 (8/2/L)
Dated: 07.08.2025
To
The General Secretary
Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh
New Delhi
&
All Constituent Federations/Associations
Government Employees National Confederation (GENC)
Subject: Circulation of Minutes of the Meeting with Hon’ble Dr. Jitendra Singh, MoS (I/C), Ministry of Science & Technology and MoS, PMO held on 04.08.2025.
Sir,
Namaskar.
Please find enclosed herewith the detailed Minutes of the Meeting held on 04 August 2025 at the Parliament Office of Hon’ble Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Science & Technology, and Minister of State, Prime Minister’s Office, with the delegation of Government Employees National Confederation (GENC).
The GENC delegation raised several pressing issues concerning Central Government employees including the constitution of the 8th Central Pay Commission, restoration of the Old Pension Scheme, enhancement of compassionate appointment quota, CGHS credit facility, regular JCM meetings, and others. The Hon’ble Minister’s remarks and responses have been documented point-wise for your kind perusal.
The meeting was cordial, and the Hon’ble Minister showed a positive approach, giving assurance of appropriate action and follow-up on several key issues. One of the significant outcomes of the meeting was the direction to arrange a meeting with the Secretary, DoP&PW, regarding NPS/UPS, which was held on 05.08.2025. View: Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) Issues – Meeting with Secretary, Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare
You are requested to go through the minutes and share your valuable feedback. We also urge all constituent federations to remain actively engaged on these issues and keep their units informed of developments.
With regards,
Sincerely yours,
Sd/-
(MUKESH SINGH)
Secretary General, GENC &
Member, National Council (JCM),
Govt of India
Minutes of the Meeting between Government Employees National Confederation (GENC) and Hon’ble Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge)
Date: 04 August 2025
Venue: Parliament Office, New Delhi
A high-level delegation of the Government Employees National Confederation (GENC), the apex body of industrial federations affiliated with Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS), called on Hon’ble Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Science & Technology and Minister of State for Prime Minister’s Office, to highlight and seek resolution of pressing issues faced by Central Government employees.
The delegation submitted a detailed memorandum covering major long-pending demands of the government employees. The Hon’ble Minister gave a patient and sympathetic hearing and offered the following observations and assurances on each of the issues raised:
Key Issues Discussed and Remarks of Hon’ble Minister:
1. Constitution of the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC)
The delegation emphasized the urgency of constituting the 8th CPC.
Hon’ble Minister’s Response: Assured that the Government is actively consulting State Governments and the constitution of the 8th CPC is likely to be announced soon.
2. Scrapping of National Pension System (NPS) and Unified Pension Scheme (UPS); Restoration of Old Pension Scheme (OPS)
GENC expressed strong opposition to both NPS and UPS, seeking restoration of OPS.
Response: The Minister immediately directed his secretariat to facilitate a meeting between GENC and the Secretary, Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare. The meeting was successfully held on 05.08.2025. (Minutes of the meeting annexed.)
3. Enhancement of Compassionate Appointment Quota Beyond 5% and One-Time Relaxation
The delegation sought an increase in quota and a special relaxation to accommodate pending cases.
Response: The Minister explained that the existing ceiling is based on legal rulings and may not be enhanced; current practice will continue.
4. Cadre Review for Administrative Staff in ISRO
GENC raised concern over the long-pending review of the cadre structure.
Response: The Minister assured that the matter will be taken up with urgency and necessary action expedited.
5. Release of DA Arrears (18 Months) Frozen During COVID-19
This issue was voluntarily withdrawn by the delegation before the discussion.
6. Restoration of Commuted Pension After 12 Years Instead of 15 Years
GENC sought the implementation of CAT orders on earlier pension restoration timelines.
Response: The Minister stated that the Department of Pension has already clarified its position and there is no proposal under active consideration.
7. Transfer of Unfilled Direct Recruitment Vacancies to Departmental Promotion (DP) Quota in AFHQ Civil Services
The delegation suggested a policy adjustment to reduce stagnation among departmental staff.
Response: The Minister agreed that if the proposal is moved by the concerned administrative ministry, the matter may be favourably considered.
8. Reduction in Residency Period for Promotion in Various Posts
The demand was placed to improve career progression.
Response: The Minister advised that this issue can be addressed effectively by placing it before the 8th CPC once constituted.
9. Credit/Cashless Facility for Treatment in CGHS and CS(MA) Hospitals
GENC highlighted hardships faced due to lack of cashless medical services.
Response: The Minister assured that he will take up the matter with the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare for sympathetic consideration.
10. Ensuring Regular JCM Meetings as per DoPT Instructions
The delegation demanded regularity in Joint Consultative Machinery meetings at all levels.
Response: The Minister informed that directions have already been issued to all Ministries/ Departments and that he will reiterate them again for strict compliance.
11. Pay Fixation and Leave Encashment for Re-employed Ex-servicemen (PBOR)
GENC raised the demand to ensure uniformity and justice in fixation benefits.
Response: The Minister noted that the matter is currently under active examination.
12. Model Recruitment Rules for Common Cadres like Fire Fighting Staff
A unified recruitment framework was proposed for uniformity across departments.
Response: The Minister acknowledged the issue and assured that the proposal would be examined. He also recalled that DoPT had earlier framed similar model recruitment rules.
13. Conversion of Half Pay Leave (HPL) up to 03 Days Without Medical Certificate into Commuted Leave
The delegation sought an amendment in the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972 for operational convenience and relief to employees.
Response: The Minister assured that the demand appears reasonable and the concerned department would be advised to examine it on priority.
14. Additional Representations
The Hon’ble Minister also received memorandums from the reps of Rashtriya Rajya Karmachari Mahasangh, Bharatiya Swayatta Karmachari Mahasangh, Bharatiya Railways Mazdoor Maha Sangh, Topographical Survey Association, and Bharatiya Postal Employees Federation.
Response: The Minister assured that all representations will be examined and forwarded to the appropriate authorities for necessary action.
The meeting concluded on a cordial note with the Hon’ble Minister appreciating the constructive approach of GENC and expressing his commitment to addressing legitimate concerns of the government employees. The GENC delegation expressed gratitude to the Minister for his responsiveness and positive outlook.
| S.No. | Name | Designation | Place |
| 1 | Shri M P Singh | Prabhari, GENC | Varanasi |
| 2 | Shri Ashok K Shukla | Sah Prabhari GENC | Lucknow |
| 3 | Shri Ajay Kumar Tripathi | President, GENC | Bikaner |
| 4 | Shri Mohan Chakravaisya | Working President GENC | Jabalpur |
| 5 | Kishor Kumar Kar | Office Secy GENC | Bhubaneswar |
| 6 | Subodh K Sudhanshu | Treasurer, GENC | New Delhi |
| 7 | Shri Anant Kumar Pal | Gen Secy Bharatiya Postal Employees Federation | Kolkata |
| 8 | Shri Rabindra Kumar Mishra | Gen Secy Bharatiya Pratiraksha Mazdoor Sangh | Bolangir |
| 9 | Shri Rajendra Kumar Srivastava | Gen Secy Rashtriya Rajya Karmachari Mahasangh | Bilaspur |
| 10 | Shri Suresh Tiwari | Gen Secy Bharatiya Swayatta Karmachari Mahasangh | Bilaspur |
| 11 | Shri M Chakreswar | Secy Gen GSIES | Hyderabad |
| 12 | Shri Dindayal Shukla | Gen Secy AFHQ Association | New Delhi |
| Shri Virendra Sharma | Working President State BMS | New Delhi | |
| 13 | Shri Mukesh Singh | Secy Gen GENC | Kanpur |
Sd/-
(MUKESH SINGH)
Secretary General, GENC
COMMENTS
Sir HLt Subedhar cadre should be taken from PBOR as they come above PBOR. Theey are termed as Gazette Rank hence they should be removed from PBOR. During congress government JAWANS in Army Navy
and Airforce were not given proper enhancement in their pay scales
Now it can be considered via MACP or MSP.