Odisha considering Group-C posts for para-athletes
Published By : Prameya News Bureau | August 31, 2021 IST
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Bhubaneswar, Aug 31: Chief Secretary Suresh Chandra Mahapatra has directed for examining whether the para-sportspersons can be considered for Group-C posts under various departments, instead of the Police constable- level recruitment. Mahapatra convened a meeting in this regard last week. He has directed the departments concerned to examine the issue and prepare comprehensive guidelines. The para-sportspersons have been availing the job opportunities under the 1% reservation for the sportspersons, whenever such recruitment process is undertaken for various departments and organisations. There have been representations for inclusion of the para-sportspersons under Odisha Police and PSUs as provided for the sportspersons based on their performance in the national and international tournaments. In view of the physical norms criteria under Odisha Police, Chief Secretary had directed for examining whether the para-sportspersons can be considered for Group-C posts under various departments, instead of the Police constable- level recruitment.
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