Bhubaneswar: Revenue officers working at the district level in Odisha are facing undue delays in the reorganization of their cadre, leading to growing dissatisfaction among them. The committee, chaired by the Central Revenue Commissioner, has allegedly ignored their demands, causing delays in the restructuring process and promotions. Frustrated with this inaction, the Odisha Revenue Officers’ Association has warned of taking to the streets in protest against the state government.
In a meeting held at the Employee Bhavan in Bhubaneswar, the state executive committee of the association made this decision. The state president, Tripati Balaji Sahu, and general secretary, Naresh Chandra Mohapatra, stated that despite multiple resolutions, the government has taken no steps to address their concerns.
Key Issues Discussed in the Meeting:
1. Cadre Formation & Delayed Promotions:
In 2024, district-level revenue officers were granted an independent cadre.
Despite this, no steps have been taken to restructure their positions or formulate new service rules.
Due to these delays, many revenue officers at the district level are deprived of financial benefits and promotions.
2. Ignored Resolutions & Lack of Action:
The General Administration and Public Grievance Department had issued resolutions to address cadre reorganization and service regulations, but no action has been taken.
The Revenue Department’s reorganization committee has allegedly ignored these directives.
Officers have been forced to write to other departments, asking whether their cadre restructuring will proceed or not.
3. Stagnation & Forced Retirement Without Promotion:
Due to the prolonged delay, many revenue officers are retiring without receiving any promotions.
Several government resolutions (No. 698/06.01.2024, No. 708/06.01.2024, and No. 8898/15.03.2024) had clearly stated that cadre restructuring should take place. However, these have been ignored, leading to frustration among revenue officers.
The association has accused the government of deliberately delaying the process, forcing revenue officers to work under stagnant conditions with no scope for career advancement. If immediate steps are not taken, they have warned of launching a statewide protest against the government’s inaction.