General Line Teachers Forum Ramban, J&K

*JK General Line Teachers Forum Extends Heartfelt Congratulations to Promoted HMs Elevated to ZEOs*

20th February 2025

The JK General Line Teachers Forum proudly congratulates to all the dedicated and hardworking Headmasters (HMs) who have been promoted to the esteemed position of Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs).

This well-deserved
elevation is a testament to their unwavering commitment, exemplary leadership, and significant contributions to the field of education.

These promotions not only recognize the years of service and dedication shown by the promotees but also bring new hope and energy to the educational administration at the zonal level. The forum firmly believes that the newly appointed ZEOs will continue to uphold the highest standards of educational excellence and work tirelessly for the betterment of students, teachers, and schools under their jurisdiction.

On behalf of the entire teaching fraternity, the JK General Line Teachers Forum extends its best wishes to all the promoted officers. May this new chapter be filled with success, innovation, and continued service to the noble cause of education.

Warm regards
JK General Line Teachers Forum
20th February 2025

JKGLTF Deputation Holds Successful Meeting with Dy CM and Education Minister

In a significant development, a high-level deputation of the Jammu Kashmir General Line Teachers' Forum (JKGLTF), led by its President, Sh. Neeraj Sharma, and Sh. Anver Wani, Head of the Kashmir Wing, met with Hon'ble Dy. CM, Sh. Surinder Choudhary, and Hon'ble Education Minister, Mtr. Sakina Masood (Itoo). The meeting was marked by a spirit of cooperation and a shared commitment to addressing the long-standing issues of teachers in Jammu and Kashmir.

During the meeting, the deputation submitted a comprehensive memorandum of demands, highlighting key concerns that have been affecting the teaching community. The demands included:

_Demands:_

- _Promotion of Teachers to Masters and Lecturers_
- _Redressal of Pay Anomaly of 2009 Batch Teachers_
- _Restoration of Divisional Cadre to Masters_
- _Transfer Policy and Issues Related to ATD_
- _Implementation of Class Teacher Ratio (CTR) Instead of Pupil-Teacher Ratio (PTR)_
- _Fair Creation of Posts in Higher Secondary Schools_
- _Restoration of Old Pension Scheme (OPS)_

The deputation was accompanied by a team of esteemed members, including Dighvijay singh vice President JAMMU Akram, Vice President, Kashmir, Ramneesh Khajuria Gen.Secretary Indrees, Nisar, Tajinder Singh, Advisor, Ramanjeet Singh, Neeraj Sharma, Himmat Sharma media secretary, Amit Dabgotra, Avinash, Sanjeev, Govind, and others.

Hon'ble Dy. CM and Education Minister listened attentively to the deputation's concerns and assured them of their commitment to addressing these issues in a time-bound manner. The meeting was hailed as a major success, with the JKGLTF leadership expressing gratitude to the Hon'ble Dy. CM and Education Minister for their willingness to engage with the teaching community.

*Jammu and Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum (JKGLTF)*

*Condolence Message*

With deep sorrow, the Jammu and Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum (JKGLTF) extends heartfelt condolences on the sad demise of the beloved sister of *Lal Singh Teacher* *Provincial Treasurer, JKGLTF.*

In this moment of grief, we stand in solidarity with *Lal Singh Ji* and his family, offering our prayers for the departed soul. May the Almighty grant her eternal peace and give strength to the bereaved family to bear this irreparable loss.

*With deepest sympathies* ,

*Jammu and Kashmir General Line Teacher's Forum*

*Press Release*
*Jammu & Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum (JK GLTF)*
*(Affiliated to National Joint Council of Action - NJCA)*

A general meeting of General Line Teachers was held today at Hari Singh Park under the guidance of Mr. Tasneem Beig, founding member of JKGLTF. In this meeting, a provincial body was unanimously established.

Newly Elected Provincial Body
Neeraj Sharma – Patron (Jammu District)
Farooq Ahmed Daing – Provincial President
Sunil Singh – General Secretary
Bahadur Singh – Legal Advisor
Lal Singh – Treasurer
The meeting was highly fruitful and attended by a number of esteemed executive members of JK GLTF, including:
Zaheer Abbas – Reasi
Zaffar Iqbal Katoch – Ramban
Mohd Hanief – Ramban
Farooq Ahmed Pedhar – Ramban
Mohd Shabeer – Reasi
Shabina Malik – Doda
Gulbin Sahib
Ranbir Chand – Ramban
Rakesh Singh – Reasi
Bahadur Singh Katoch – Reasi
Sandeep Singh – Ramban
Kuldeep Singh – Ramban
Keval Singh -Ramban
All portfolio holders shall work dedicatedly for the welfare of the Education Department and the betterment of teachers across Jammu & Kashmir.

*Media Cell*
*Jammu & Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum*

*Press Release*
*Jammu & Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum (JK GLTF)*
*(Affiliated to National Joint Council of Action - NJCA)*

A delegation from the Jammu & Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum (JK GLTF), led by Mr. Farooq Ahmed Daing, President and Mr. Tasneem Beig, UT Organizing Secretary, met with Ms. Sakeena Masood (Itoo), Hon'ble Minister for School Education, Jammu & Kashmir at her residence Gandhi Nagar to discuss the pressing issues facing by the Education Department in the region.

The delegation presented concerns regarding the welfare and working conditions of the teaching community in Jammu & Kashmir. They emphasized the need for the Minister's immediate intervention to address these issues, ensuring the betterment of teachers' conditions

The forum hopes that the Hon’ble Minister will take swift and decisive action to resolve the concerns raised, ultimately bringing about positive change and improving the working conditions for the teaching community in Jammu & Kashmir.

*Media Cell*
*Jammu & Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum .*

*Press Release*
**Jammu & Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum* (JK GLTF)
(Affiliated to National Joint Council of Action - NJCA* )

A delegation of the General Line Teachers Forum (JK GLTF), led by Mr. Farooq Ahmed Daing (District President, Ramban), Mr. Tasneem Beig (UT Organizing Secretary), and other esteemed members, met with the Hon’ble Administrative Secretary, School Education Department, J&K, Sh. Shantmanu (IAS) at his office. As a gesture of goodwill, the delegation presented a bouquet to welcome him and submitted a memorandum outlining key demands for immediate redressal.

*Key Issues Highlighted in the Memorandum* :
Restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS).
Filling of vacant posts (Principals, Headmasters, ZEOs).
Upgradation of school infrastructure.
Introduction of new subjects in schools.
Fast-track promotions for Teachers and Masters.
Review of Zonation for ATD.
Clearance of DPC cases for Lab Assistants.
Improvement in primary class textbooks.
Establishment of a Teachers’ Welfare Fund.
Creation of a separate cadre for General Line Teachers.
Increase in honorarium for Cook-cum-Helpers.
Fresh recruitment of teachers.
Removal of pay anomalies for teachers appointed in 2009.
Release of two notional increments for Lecturers, Teachers, and Junior Assistants appointed under SRO-202 in 2019.
The Hon’ble Secretary of Education acknowledged the significance of the issues raised and appreciated the Forum’s efforts in advocating for the teaching fraternity. He assured the delegation of immediate action and directed the concerned authorities to take necessary steps for resolution.

This fruitful discussion reflects the Forum’s unwavering commitment to improving the education sector and uplifting the teaching community.

*Issued by:
*Media Cell*
*Jammu & Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum (JK GLTF)**

*Press Release*
*JKGLTF Delegation Meets Honorable Cabinet Minister Javed Ahmed Rana*

A delegation of the Jammu and Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum (JKGLTF) met with Honorable Cabinet Minister Javed Ahmed Rana at his office in the Civil Secretariat, Jammu, to present a comprehensive memorandum of demands.

The following key issues were discussed in detail:

Restoration of the Old Pension Scheme: Ensuring financial security for teachers post-retirement.
Promotions: Addressing stagnation by expediting promotions for teachers to masters and masters to lecturers.
Filling of Vacancies: Appointing headmasters and principals to facilitate smooth school functioning.
Clearance of Pending DPC for Lab Assistants: Prioritizing delayed Departmental Promotion Committee cases.
Confirmation of Positions: Finalizing confirmation of headmasters, ZEOs, lecturers, principals, and CEOs.
Review of Zonation for ATD: Reevaluating zonation policies for the Annual Transfer Drive.
Infrastructure Upgradation: Enhancing school infrastructure and integrating advanced technology.
Pending Increments: Releasing withheld increments for teachers, lecturers, and junior assistants under SRO 202.
Introduction of New Subjects: Adding new subjects at the 10+2 level and creating relevant teaching posts.
Restoration of Designations: Reinstating senior teacher and senior master designations.
Vocational Teacher Salary: Increasing salaries for vocational teachers.
Cook-cum-Helper Honorarium: Raising monthly honorariums for cook-cum-helpers and AAYAs.
Teacher Welfare Fund: Establishing a dedicated fund for teacher welfare.
Rationalization of Teachers: Aligning teacher placements with the Class-Teacher Ratio (CTR).
Pending GPF Cases: Addressing unresolved General Provident Fund cases promptly.
The delegation emphasized that addressing these demands is essential to enhancing the education system and boosting teacher morale in Jammu and Kashmir.

Honorable Minister Javed Ahmed Rana assured the delegation that their concerns would be given priority and addressed systematically.

*Media Cell*
*JKGLTF*

*Meeting with Honorable Minister Satish Sharma*
Today, a delegation from the Jammu and Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum (JKGLTF) met Honorable Cabinet Minister Satish Sharma, Minister of Food, Civil Supplies & Consumer Affairs, Transport, Science & Technology, Information Technology, and Youth Services & Sports, at his office in the Civil Secretariat, Jammu.

The delegation presented a comprehensive memorandum of demands, discussing key issues affecting the education sector, including:

Restoration of the Old Pension Scheme for financial security after retirement.
Promotions to address stagnation, including promoting teachers to masters and masters to lecturers.
Filling Vacancies: Specifically, PE T and PEM positions in HSs, along with enhancing REK wages and honorarium.
Pending DPCs: Clearance for Lab Assistant promotions.
Confirmation of Positions: Headmasters ,ZEOs lecurers,Principals
Review of Zonation for ATD.
Infrastructure Upgradation: Improving school facilities and technology.
Pending Increments: Releasing due increments under SRO 202.
Release of DA and 1% HRA for employees.
Introduction of New Subjects: Adding subjects at the 10+2 level with teaching posts.
Restoration of Senior Teacher and Senior Master Designations.
Vocational Teacher Salary: Increasing their salary.
Cook-cum-Helper Honorarium: Enhancing monthly honorarium.
Teacher Welfare Fund: Establishing a dedicated fund.
Rationalization of Teachers: Aligning placements with Class-Teacher Ratio (CTR).
Clearance of Pending GPF Cases.
The delegation emphasized that addressing these demands would significantly improve the education system and boost teacher morale. Minister Satish Sharma listened attentively and assured the delegation of his support.
*MEDIA CELL*
*JAMMU AND KASHMIR GLTF*