8th CPC shall be visiting Bhubaneswar in 6th to 7th July 2026 - Appeal to All Affiliated Organizations of Confederation, Odisha State CoC

Appeal to All Affiliated Organizations of Confederation, Odisha State CoC

Dear Comrades,

Greetings.

As you are aware, the Eighth Central Pay Commission has issued a notice announcing its visit to Bhubaneswar on 6th and 7th July, 2026 for interaction with stakeholders, including organizations, institutions, associations and unions of Central Government employees.

In view of this important development, and as discussed and decided jointly by the President and the General Secretary of the Confederation, Odisha State Coordination Committee, we propose to meet the Commission along with the Executive Heads of our affiliated organizations, subject to the number of representatives permitted by the Commission. This interaction provides us with a valuable opportunity to place before the Commission the genuine aspirations, concerns and expectations of Central Government employees and pensioners of Odisha.

All affiliated organizations are therefore requested to immediately initiate discussions within their respective organizations and forward their views, suggestions and specific demands relating to pay revision, allowances, pensionary benefits, service conditions and other related issues. These inputs will help us prepare a comprehensive and representative memorandum on behalf of the Confederation.

The Commission has stipulated 31st May, 2026 as the last date for submission of memoranda and 15th June, 2026 as the last date for seeking an appointment for interaction. Accordingly, we intend to submit our memorandum within the prescribed time and seek an appointment for meeting the Commission at Bhubaneswar.

This is a historic opportunity that may shape the service conditions of Central Government employees and pensioners for the next decade. We therefore appeal to all affiliates to extend their fullest cooperation, maintain close coordination with the Confederation, and send their suggestions and demands at the earliest so that a strong, united and well-reasoned case can be presented before the Eighth Central Pay Commission.

Let us work together to ensure that the voice of the employees of Odisha is heard effectively and forcefully before the Commission.

With fraternal greetings,

= Com. Bruhaspati Samal =

General Secretary

Confederation of Central Government Employees & Workers

Odisha State Coordination Committee

 

General Secretary Odisha State CoC addressed the Open Session of the 4th Biennial Conference of AIPEU, Gr-C Rourkela Division held on 24 May 2026 in Peoples Hotel , Civil Township, Rourkela

Dear Comrades,

Heartfelt revolutionary thanks to Com. Ranjan Kumar Rout, President, Com. Soumya Ranjan Patel, Divisional Secretary and the team members of All India Postal Employees Union, Group-C, Rourkela Division for their kind invitation, warm hospitality and grand felicitation extended during the 4th Biennial Conference held today, 24th May 2026 at Peoples Hotel, Civil Township, Rourkela. 🌹✊

The Conference was conducted in a highly disciplined, enthusiastic and militant atmosphere truly reflecting the glorious struggle legacy of NFPE and the fighting spirit of the postal employees of Rourkela Division. The active participation and dedication of the comrades made the Conference a grand success. 🚩🔥

As General Secretary, Confederation of Central Government Employees and Workers, Odisha State CoC, it was a privilege to address the Biennial Conference as the Chief Speaker and deliberate upon the serious challenges emerging before workers, employees and pensioners in the present scenario. During the speech, grave concern was expressed over the implementation of Labour Codes, introduction of UPS, provisions of Finance Act 2025 and the anti-employees’ and anti-pensioners’ clauses incorporated in the Terms of Reference of the 8th Central Pay Commission. An earnest appeal was made to all comrades to remain united, strengthen organisational unity and intensify struggles to defend the hard-earned rights and benefits achieved through decades of sacrifice and relentless struggles by our great leaders and predecessors. ✊⚔️📢

Respectful homage was paid to veteran working class leader Com. Bishnu Mohanty, leader of CITU and proud son of Rourkela, whose lifelong struggle and sacrifice for the cause of the working class shall continue to inspire generations. 🌺

Special thanks and revolutionary greetings to Com. Trilochan Parida, Ex-Circle President for inaugurating the Conference and sharing his valuable guidance and experiences. Gratitude also to Com. Rajesh Bohidar, Circle Secretary and Assistant Financial Secretary, CHQ for enriching the deliberations with his inspiring address. ✨

Appreciation to Com. Soumya Ranjan Patel for presenting the Biennial Report and Audited Accounts before the General Body in a systematic manner and to Com. Ranjan Kumar Rout for efficiently presiding over the Conference proceedings. 👏

Congratulations and best wishes to the newly elected office bearers — Com. Ranjan Kumar Rout as Divisional President, Com. Soumya Ranjan Patel as Divisional Secretary and Com. Subhashis Moharana as Divisional Treasurer. May the new team carry forward the banner of unity, struggle and sacrifice with greater strength and determination. 🚩

Convey sincere thanks to all delegates, comrades, volunteers and members of Rourkela Division whose collective efforts ensured the grand success of the Biennial Conference.

Long Live Workers’ Unity ✊

Long Live NFPE ✊

Strengthen the Struggle Against Anti-Worker Policies ✊

= B SAMAL =

General Secretary 

#NFPE #AIPEUGroupC #RourkelaDivision #Confederation #WorkersUnity #SavePension #RejectLabourCodes #8thCPC #TradeUnionMovement #LongLiveNFPE #UnityAndStruggle #WorkingClassUnity 🚩

Joint Biennial Conference of ITEF and ITGOA, Odisha Circle is being held from 22 to 23 May 2026

Dear Comrades,

The Joint Biennial Conference of the Income Tax Employees Federation (ITEF) and Income Tax Gazetted Officers’ Association (ITGOA), Odisha Circle was commenced today, 22nd May 2026 at Aqua Lawns, Puri Bypass Road, Bhubaneswar in a spirited and militant atmosphere reflecting the unity, determination and collective strength of the organised working class. It will continue till 23 May 2026.

The Conference commenced with the Welcome Address delivered by Com. Chanda Kumar Gadai, Chairman, Reception Committee and was inaugurated by Com. M. S. Vengatesan, President, ITEF CHQ and newly elected Secretary General, Confederation of Central Govt Employees and Workers, CHQ. Mrs. Neeraja Pradhan, PCIT-I graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. Among others who addressed the Conference were Sri S. K. Sahoo, CIT (Admn & TOS), Com. A. B. Salunkhe, Secretary General, ITPF, New Delhi, Dr. Sandeep Goel, PCIT (Inv), Bhubaneswar, Com. Sayantan Banerjee, President, ITGOA CHQ and several respected retired officers and senior leaders.

While addressing the Conference, serious concern was expressed by Com. Bruhaspati Samal, General Secretary, Confederation Odisha State CoC over the rapid changes affecting the working class during the last two years, particularly the implementation of Labour Codes, the attack on pension through the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), the anti-employee provisions in the Finance Act 2025 and the retrograde clauses incorporated in the Terms of Reference of the 8th Central Pay Commission.

It was highlighted that despite continuous struggles for nearly two decades demanding restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), the Government has imposed UPS, which is merely a payout mechanism and not a guaranteed pension system. The participants were cautioned about the future dangers relating to pay, pension and service benefits due to attempts to restrict automatic pension revision, delay implementation of the 8th CPC recommendations and limit future wage revision through arbitrary conditions.

A strong appeal was made to all employees and workers to critically analyse the shortcomings in the movement, strengthen organisational unity and intensify the collective struggle for protection of the rights and future of employees and pensioners.

Heartfelt thanks were conveyed to both the General Secretaries, Com. D. P. Acharya, ITGOA, Odisha Circle and Com. M. Krishna Sai, ITEF, Odisha Circle for their kind invitation, warm hospitality and grand felicitation. Special appreciation and revolutionary greetings were extended to Com. Chittaranjan Pattnaik, General Secretary and his entire team for the excellent coordination and smooth management of the Conference.

The Vote of Thanks was offered by Com. Radheshyam Giri, Vice-Chairman, Reception Committee.

✊ Unity • Struggle • Sacrifice • Victory ✊

= B SAMAL =

General Secretary, Odisha State CoC 

#ITEF #ITGOA #WorkersUnity #RestoreOPS #RejectUPS #8thCPC #SavePension #TradeUnionMovement #CentralGovernmentEmployees #Odisha #LongLiveUnity #WorkersRights

18th Annual General Body Meeting of the Geological Survey of India Employees’ Association (GSIEA), Odisha State Unit was held on 19th May 2026

Dear Comrades,

The 18th Annual General Body Meeting of the Geological Survey of India Employees’ Association (GSIEA), Odisha State Unit was held on 19th May 2026 at the historic Blanford Hall, GSI Office Complex, Bhubaneswar with great enthusiasm, unity and organisational discipline.

The programme reflected the growing awareness and determination among employees, workers and pensioners at a time when their rights and service conditions are facing serious challenges across the country.

The meeting was inaugurated by veteran trade union leader Com. R. N. Dhal, President, Confederation Odisha State CoC. It was enriched by the gracious presence of Dr. Sanjay Kumar Dash, Deputy Director General, GSI SU Odisha as Chief Guest, Sj. P. N. Sahoo, Director and Head of Office, GSI SU Odisha as Guest of Honour and Com. Ajaya Bhure from GSIEA Central Region, Nagpur as Hon’ble Speaker.

Com. Bruhaspati Samal, General Secretary, Confederation of Central Government Employees and Workers, Odisha State CoC addressed the Open Session as the Chief Speaker and elaborately highlighted the major issues concerning employees, workers and pensioners in the present socio-economic and administrative scenario.

The session was presided over by Com. Somanath Nayak, Chairman, GSIEA, SU Odisha and efficiently conducted by Com. Iswar Ch. Sahoo, Secretary, GSIEA, SU Odisha. The disciplined organisation of the programme, warm hospitality and grand felicitation extended to the delegates and speakers reflected the revolutionary spirit and collective strength of the association and its members.

The deliberations during the meeting focused on several burning issues confronting employees, workers and pensioners throughout the country. Detailed discussions were held on the anti-worker implications of the Labour Codes, the growing nationwide pension movements, the impact of the Finance Act 2025, and the urgent necessity for implementation of the 8th Central Pay Commission with justice and dignity for both serving employees and pensioners.

The meeting strongly emphasised that the democratic and service rights enjoyed by employees today were achieved only through decades of sacrifice, struggle and united movements led by workers’ and employees’ organisations. In the present circumstances, stronger unity, vigilance and collective resistance are essential to defend labour rights, pension security and public services.

The gathering concluded with a renewed commitment to strengthen the united movement of employees, workers and pensioners in defence of social justice and constitutional rights.

Long Live Workers’ Unity!

Long Live Employees’ Movement!

Inquilab Zindabad!

= B SAMAL =

General Secretary, Odisha State CoC

 

60 Glorious Years of Joint Consultative Machinery & Compulsory Arbitration Scheme

 

49th Meeting of National Council (JCM) held under the Chairmanship of the Cabinet Secretary on 11 May 2026 and decisions taken by him (Cabinet Secretary) on some of the major issues raised by NCJCM