Srinagar, Oct 30 (JKNS): A delegation of the Jammu and Kashmir General Line Teachers Forum (JKGLTF), headed by its President, Mr. Anver Hussain Wani, greeted the Minister for Forests, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Mr. Mohammed Altaf Wani, and the Minister for Finance, Agriculture, Mining and Cooperatives, Mr. Javid Ahmad Dar, in their respective office chambers.
The delegation expressed hope that their leadership would contribute significantly to the welfare of employees, the development of Jammu and Kashmir, and the protection of its natural environment.
During the meeting, the delegation held detailed discussions with the Finance Minister regarding the long-pending demand for the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) in place of the New Pension Scheme (NPS).
The delegation highlighted the concerns and aspirations of employees especially the employees of school education department and urged the government to give due consideration to their demands.
With the Minister for Forests, Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, the delegation discussed issues concerning the protection and conservation of forests and the environment.
The JKGLTF emphasised the importance of safeguarding the region’s rich natural resources and promoting collective responsibility towards environmental preservation.
Both Ministers gave the delegation a patient and attentive hearing and assured its members that the issues raised during the meetings would be examined and considered on priority.
The JKGLTF expressed gratitude to the Ministers for their positive response and assured them of the Forum’s continued cooperation in initiatives aimed at employee welfare, constructive engagement with the government, and the protection of the environment.
The delegation comprised
Tawseef Ahmad Khan General Secretary, JKGLTF
Mohammed Idrees Mir Legal Adviser, JKGLTF
Ghulam Qadir Kamran Chief Spokesperson, JKGLTF
Mohammed Iqbal Wani District President, JKGLTF Anantnag
Sheeraz Ahmad Teeli, District President, JKGLTF Shopian
Fayaz Ahmad Mir Senior Core Member, Anantnag
Javid Ahmad War Senior Core Member, Kupwara
Shabir Ahmad Baba District Treasurer, JKGLTF Anantnag
Shabir Ahmad Mir District Organiser, JKGLTF Budgam
Bilal Ahmad Najar Zonal President, JKGLTF Nagam, Budgam
Mohammed Owais Malik District Executive Member, JKGLTF Shopian and
Mushtaq Ahmad Malik Senior District Member, Kupwara. (JKNS)