Question : TELEPHONE ATTENDANTS IN RAILWAYS



(a) whether the Railways are still appointing Telephone Attendants cum Dak Khalasis (TA/DK) or Bungalow Peons despite the recommendations made by the Sixth Pay Commission for abolishing the said posts;

(b) if so, the details thereof and the reasons therefor;

(c) whether the complaints of exploitation of TA/DK at the houses of some officials of Railways have been reported; and

(d) if so, the details thereof and the steps taken/being taken by the Railways in this regard?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF RAILWAYS (SHRI MANOJ SINHA)

(a) & (b): Yes, Madam. Telephone Attendant cum Dak Khalasis (TA/DK) or Bungalow Peons are being engaged as per needs and approval of competent authority.

(c) & (d): Information is being collected and will be laid on the Table of the House.