Punjab govt to end pay disparity for 180 ETT teachers

The decision was taken during a crucial high-level meeting held at the Punjab Civil Secretariat, chaired by Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema alongside Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains, Chief Secretary KAP Sinha, Special Secretary (Finance) Showkat Ahmad Parray, and Secretary (School Education) Sonali Giri.

During the deliberations, representatives of the 180 ETT Teachers Union laid out their charter of demands, detailing their grievances and placing case records before the ministers and senior officials. After giving the delegation a patient hearing, the government took a positive stance on resolving their financial concerns, agreeing to ensure pay parity with their juniors.