Revenue Department of Bihar asked for report of rebel officers, know what are the demands of CO and why there is ruckus

News India Live, Digital Desk: In Bihar, the indefinite strike by circle officers who settle land related matters has increased the problems of the government. In view of the huge inconvenience being caused to the general public Revenue and Land Reforms Department has now indicated punitive action. The department has written a letter to all the Divisional Commissioners and District Magistrates (DM) asking for a detailed report of the officers who went on strike.

Main reasons for the strike: Under the banner of Bihar State Revenue Officers Association, zonal officers are protesting regarding their many old demands. Their main complaints included:

Excessive workload: Heavy pressure of caste, residential and income certificates as well as land survey and filing-dismissal.

Lack of resources: Lack of adequate staff and technical facilities in the areas.

Safety and Respect: Demand for security during field duty and prohibition of misbehavior with officers.

Strict warning from the government: Additional Chief Secretary of the Revenue Department has clarified that such disruption in essential services will not be tolerated. After receiving reports from the districts, departmental action can be taken to stop the salaries of the officers who are on strike and under the principle of ‘No Work No Pay’.

Impact on general public: Due to this strike the entire state Mutation, land surveyor And government certificates The work has come to a complete halt. Especially people from rural areas are making rounds of zonal offices for their work.