Delegation of Powers for Condonation of Breaks in Service for GDS
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In a recent Office Memorandum (OM) dated 08.05.2024, the Department of Posts under the Ministry of Communications, Government of India, has taken a significant step towards streamlining processes and ensuring timely benefits for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS). The memorandum, numbered 18-02/2023-GDS, introduces a delegation of powers regarding the condonation of breaks in service for GDS, aiming to expedite the settlement of terminal benefits.
Key Changes and Empowerment:
Delegation of Authority: The new directive delegates the power for condonation of breaks in service to the Head of Region/Head of Circle, with specific guidelines for consultation.
Condensation Scenarios: The empowered authorities are now authorized to condone breaks due to:
- Leave exceeding 180 days
- Put off-duty periods preceding reinstatement, under certain conditions such as minor penalties or exoneration/acquittal in proceedings.
Exclusion of Periods: Condoned periods will not be reckoned for calculating terminal benefits, ensuring fairness and accuracy in benefit calculation.
- Expedite the settlement of terminal benefits for GDS.
- Reduce bureaucratic bottlenecks and administrative delays.
- Ensure fairness and consistency in handling cases of breaks in service.