Previously, each of the 26 North-South stations was overseen by one station superintendent (SS). Under the new system, each SS will now be responsible for two stations.
Kolkata: In a significant shift from the traditional staffing model, the 50 operational metro stations in Kolkata will now be managed by only 27 superintendents, as per a recent directive from Metro Railway. This change affects the North-South (Blue) line, East-West Metro (Green) line, New Garia-Ruby (Orange) line, and Joka-Majerhat (Purple) line, marking an unprecedented restructuring in the city's metro management.
Previously, each of the 26 North-South stations was overseen by one station superintendent (SS). Under the new system, each SS will now be responsible for two stations, with exceptions made only for Kavi Subhas or New Garia, Noapara, and Joka stations. This reorganization is a response to severe staffing shortages that have plagued the metro system for some time.
The Metro Railway Workers’ Congress (MRWC) has strongly opposed this decision. The union announced a critical gathering of traffic staff to take place on June 28 at the Esplanade Station's Green Corridor to protest the new rule. During the event, union members plan to present a series of demands aimed at improving working conditions and addressing ongoing issues within the metro railway system.
The MRWC insists that a Station Supervisor should not be in charge of more than one station. This demand arises from concerns about the overwhelming workload and potential safety risks associated with multi-station supervision. The union also demands that rosters for the Orange and Purple line staff align with the Hours of Employment Regulations (HOER), ensuring fair and regulated working hours. With trains running until midnight on the Blue Line, the MRWC calls for the introduction of night shifts and enhanced safety measures for women staff working late hours.
Additionally, the union opposes the current practice of using Traffic Assistants (TA) in roles such as CTNL/CTI or TNL/BC, advocating for the creation of additional TA cadre posts, especially for new sections. They insist that TA roles should not be interchanged with other positions. Despite appointments made in 2010 following a Supreme Court order from 2000, the MRWC demands that commercial porters and Housekeeping Assistants (HKA) receive the retirement benefits specified by the court's notice. The union also calls for promotional avenues for operating staff to be on par with those available in the Open Railway, stressing the need for fair career advancement opportunities.
The MRWC aims to address the extreme work pressure caused by the acute shortage of Commercial Porters and Housekeeping Assistants, advocating for immediate recruitment to alleviate the burden on existing staff. With the extension of new metro lines, the union questions the delay in restructuring staff cadre positions to meet promotion requirements and ensure adequate staffing levels.
Ramkrishna Mukherjee, branch secretary/Traffic/MRWC, emphasized that the gathering at Esplanade Station marks a significant moment for Metro Railway staff as they unite to push for necessary changes and improvements. The MRWC hopes that by presenting their demands collectively, they can achieve better working conditions and fair treatment for all metro railway workers.
Kolkata: In a significant shift from the traditional staffing model, the 50 operational metro stations in Kolkata will now be managed by only 27 superintendents, as per a recent directive from Metro Railway. This change affects the North-South (Blue) line, East-West Metro (Green) line, New Garia-Ruby (Orange) line, and Joka-Majerhat (Purple) line, marking an unprecedented restructuring in the city's metro management.
Previously, each of the 26 North-South stations was overseen by one station superintendent (SS). Under the new system, each SS will now be responsible for two stations, with exceptions made only for Kavi Subhas or New Garia, Noapara, and Joka stations. This reorganization is a response to severe staffing shortages that have plagued the metro system for some time.
The Metro Railway Workers’ Congress (MRWC) has strongly opposed this decision. The union announced a critical gathering of traffic staff to take place on June 28 at the Esplanade Station's Green Corridor to protest the new rule. During the event, union members plan to present a series of demands aimed at improving working conditions and addressing ongoing issues within the metro railway system.
The MRWC insists that a Station Supervisor should not be in charge of more than one station. This demand arises from concerns about the overwhelming workload and potential safety risks associated with multi-station supervision. The union also demands that rosters for the Orange and Purple line staff align with the Hours of Employment Regulations (HOER), ensuring fair and regulated working hours. With trains running until midnight on the Blue Line, the MRWC calls for the introduction of night shifts and enhanced safety measures for women staff working late hours.
Additionally, the union opposes the current practice of using Traffic Assistants (TA) in roles such as CTNL/CTI or TNL/BC, advocating for the creation of additional TA cadre posts, especially for new sections. They insist that TA roles should not be interchanged with other positions. Despite appointments made in 2010 following a Supreme Court order from 2000, the MRWC demands that commercial porters and Housekeeping Assistants (HKA) receive the retirement benefits specified by the court's notice. The union also calls for promotional avenues for operating staff to be on par with those available in the Open Railway, stressing the need for fair career advancement opportunities.
The MRWC aims to address the extreme work pressure caused by the acute shortage of Commercial Porters and Housekeeping Assistants, advocating for immediate recruitment to alleviate the burden on existing staff. With the extension of new metro lines, the union questions the delay in restructuring staff cadre positions to meet promotion requirements and ensure adequate staffing levels.
Ramkrishna Mukherjee, branch secretary/Traffic/MRWC, emphasized that the gathering at Esplanade Station marks a significant moment for Metro Railway staff as they unite to push for necessary changes and improvements. The MRWC hopes that by presenting their demands collectively, they can achieve better working conditions and fair treatment for all metro railway workers.
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