Speaking from the Jagruthi office in Banjara Hills, Telangana Jagruthi President Kalvakuntla Kavitha has expressed deep concern over specific Government Orders (GOs) that she believes are creating obstacles for job aspirants. Highlighting the struggles of nearly 40 lakh student families in the state, she has urged the government to review GOs 4, 104, 29, 46, and 81 to ensure a fair and transparent recruitment process for all.
| Policy Order | Impact Area | Action Requested |
|---|---|---|
| GO 4Degree Lecturers | Weightage Rules | Review Now |
| GO 46Police Recruitment | Selection Barriers | Action Needed |
| GO 29Groups & Gurukuls | Process Friction | Review Demand |
Summary of Policy Concerns Raised
| Government Order | Department Impacted | Identified Concern |
| GO 4 | Degree Lecturers | High weightage for PhD & Interviews |
| GO 29 | Group Exams | Technical hurdles in selection |
| GO 46 | Police Recruitment | Barriers for local aspirants |
| GO 104 | DSC (Education) | Delays in teacher recruitments |
| GO 81 | Gurukuls | Notification and rule hurdles |
A Sincere Request for Fair Recruitment Practices
Kalvakuntla Kavitha noted that the current government came into power with strong promises of providing 2 lakh jobs and a structured Job Calendar. She reminded the administration that thousands of students in areas like Ashok Nagar are preparing day and night based on these assurances.
“The youth are the backbone of our state,” Kavitha stated. She emphasized that any government order that appears to favor a specific group or creates unnecessary technical barriers should be sincerely reviewed to maintain the trust of the unemployed youth.
The Challenges in the Degree Lecturer Notification
A major part of the discussion focused on the Degree Lecturer recruitment, which has seen a notification after nearly 15 years. Kavitha highlighted three primary concerns regarding GO 4:
- Weightage for PhD: The 25-mark weightage for PhD holders is seen as a disadvantage for many qualified candidates, especially since PhD admissions have been limited in recent years.
- Interview Marks: The inclusion of 10 marks for interviews has raised questions about the potential for subjectivity in selection.
- Eligibility Tests: The State Eligibility Test (SET) has not been conducted for three years, leaving many young graduates ineligible to even apply.
She urged the government to act as a guardian for these students rather than letting technicalities stop their career growth.
Concerns Over Social Welfare and Ration Cards
Beyond employment, Kavitha also touched upon the welfare of the common man. She pointed out that while massive funds are being allocated for projects like the Musi River rejuvenation, critical areas like Fee Reimbursement (requiring ₹7,000 crores) and salaries for Anganwadi workers need more attention.
Furthermore, she addressed the reports of Ration Card reviews. She urged the government not to disqualify low-income families simply because they hold small private jobs or file minor IT returns. Keeping the “white ration card” is essential for the poor to access healthcare and food security, and any move to remove these cards could cause significant distress to the needy.
The Way Forward: A Call for Transparency
The representative of Telangana Jagruthi concluded by stating that their intent is to stand by the students and ensure that the promised Job Calendar becomes a reality. She mentioned that if the government does not sincerely review these GOs and release pending results—such as the Nursing exam results which have been delayed for nine months—they will be forced to organize large-scale democratic protests across the state.
“The government should not take the concerns of the unemployed lightly,” she added. The call is for a transparent system where every student feels they have a fair shot at serving the state through public employment.
