(a) the number of Grameen Dak Sewaks working in post offices in various States including
Chhattisgarh tribal region, State-wise;
(b) the monthly stipend being paid to these Sewaks;
(c) whether the Government proposes to increase their stipend in view of steep rise in
inflation and also introduce welfare measures for them; and
(d) if so, the details thereof and if not, the reasons therefor?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (Dr. (Smt.)
KILLI KRUPA RANI)
(a) As on 01.01.2013, the total working strength of various categories of Grameen Dak Sewaks
is 263326 including 2458 Grameen Dak Sewaks working in Chhattisgarh Tribal Region. State-wise and
UT wise details is at Annexure I.
(b) Grameen Dak Sewaks are paid Time Related Continuity Allowance (TRCA) & other admissible
allowances as approved by Cabinet and not stipend, the details of which are at Annexure II.
(c) Grameen Dak Sewaks are in receipt of Dearness Allowance which is linked to price rise/
inflation on the admissible TRCA at the same rate as allowed to regular Central Government
employees and which is revised twice in a year based on price index. The Government has also
introduced various welfare measures for these Grameen Dak Sewaks.
(d) The details of welfare measures introduced for the Grameen Dak Sewaks are at Annexure III.