YSRCP Accuses Andhra Government of Delaying Employee Pay Reforms

More than two-and-a-half years have elapsed since the government took office, yet the commission process remains stalled. Reddy argued that granting the newly appointed body another year to file its report would drag the timeline to four years, effectively denying workers their due. He is demanding a 30 percent interim relief starting this October, insisting that the commission could finalize its findings within four months if it engages in meaningful consultation with unions.

Beyond immediate relief, the opposition wing is calling for transparency regarding benefits dating back to 2023. Reddy warned the government against manipulating implementation dates to avoid paying out arrears, noting that outstanding dues to staff now total an estimated Rs 40,000 crore. While Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu recently announced the formation of the 12th Commission and the release of two Dearness Allowance installments, the YSRCP maintains that these measures are insufficient. They insist on a concrete roadmap for all pending financial obligations rather than piecemeal announcements.