Thiruvananthapuram: The decision to grant mass permanent appointments at the Beverages Corporation has created a significant setback for Public Service Commission (PSC) aspirants. The decision has been made to grant permanent appointments to 995 temporary employees, particularly those currently holding positions akin to Lower Division Clerks (LDC) and Upper Division Clerks (UDC). The Bevco board of directors is responsible for making this pivotal decision.
The list of individuals set to receive permanent appointments comprises those who secured employment in the beverage industry during the closure of liquor shops, those who initially joined as temporary employees through compassionate appointments, and individuals temporarily hired to fill staff shortages at various outlets. This large-scale regularisation initiative may potentially hinder the promotion of those who entered the workforce through PSC channels.
This decision is a result of the union leaders’ request and marks a rare instance of such a large group of individuals being granted permanent employment simultaneously. The relevant file is currently undergoing review by the tax department, and there are indications that the official order may be issued in the near future.
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