Bhopal: Patwaris in Madhya Pradesh may receive encouraging news about their long-pending salary revision ahead of Diwali. Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav is expected to attend a state-level Patwari conference in Bhopal on October 27, where an announcement regarding an increase in their pay scale may be made.
Patwaris have been demanding a revision of their pay scale since 1998. Despite repeated protests and strikes over the years, the demand has remained unresolved. The upcoming conference has therefore raised expectations among employees seeking a decision on the issue.
State-Level Patwari Conference to Be Held in Bhopal
The Madhya Pradesh Patwari Association is preparing for the state-level gathering scheduled for October 27. Employees hope the event will provide an opportunity to discuss their long-standing demands directly with the state government.
The proposed pay scale revision has remained a key concern for Patwaris for nearly three decades. The possibility of an announcement at the conference has generated fresh expectations, although the government has not yet confirmed any salary hike.
Previous Meeting With CM Mohan Yadav
The issue was also discussed during recent interactions between Patwari representatives and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav.
The Swamitva Yojana was launched in Indore on September 17, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday. The initiative set a target of completing 5 million registrations within one month, with Patwaris assigned responsibilities for implementation.
Initially, Patwaris raised concerns and were reluctant to begin the registration work. However, following a meeting with the Chief Minister on October 9, they agreed to proceed with the registrations.
During these discussions, the employees also reiterated their demand for a revision of their pay scale, which has been pending since 1998.
Employee Representatives Hope for a Decision
Rameshchandra Sharma, head of the Madhya Pradesh State Employees Welfare Committee, said the government had given assurances regarding the withdrawal of disciplinary action against Patwaris and consideration of their pending pay scale demand.
These assurances have strengthened expectations that Chief Minister Mohan Yadav could announce a decision during the October 27 conference.
For now, Patwaris are waiting for an official announcement. Whether the proposed salary revision will be approved remains uncertain until the state government formally communicates its decision.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the information provided in the source material. The proposed salary revision and any announcement by the Madhya Pradesh government have not been confirmed in the supplied report. Employees should refer to official government notifications for verified updates.