Emergency at Dial 112: Workers Allege Salary Cut, Unfair Transfers And Job Insecurity

Pilots working for Gujarat’s Dial 112 emergency service have alleged salary cuts, unfair transfers, and job insecurity by an outsourcing company. They are demanding that the state government take full control of the service to stop their exploitation and protect their future.

The pilots work day and night to help people during emergencies. However, they claim that despite their important role in public safety, they are facing financial problems and unfair treatment at work.

Pilots Receive Only ₹14,000 to ₹15,000 a Month

According to the complaints, the pilots salaries have been reduced to around ₹14,000 per month. The company reportedly reduced their salaries after changing their duty shifts to eight hours. Some pilots have also faced irregular salary payments. Their September salary was reportedly paid irregularly, while no clear information was provided in June.

The pilots also said that their salaries were suddenly changed in July without a proper explanation. These changes have made it difficult for them to manage their daily expenses.

Transfers and Job Insecurity Add to Their Problems

The pilots have also complained about being transferred nearly 100 kilometres away from their homes. They have to pay for rent, food, and other daily needs while earning a low salary. This has created financial pressure for them and their families.

They also alleged that some employees were removed from duty or kept away from work for up to three months after raising questions or demanding their rights. Some pilots reportedly fear losing their jobs without a clear reason.

The pilots have further raised concerns about a lack of vehicles and problems related to their duty hours. They claim that they sometimes face difficulties because of the way their work is managed.

Government Takeover Demanded

The pilot's problems have raised questions about the working conditions of employees responsible for public safety. They are expected to respond to emergencies and help citizens, but financial stress and uncertainty about their jobs may affect their ability to work peacefully.

Social organisations have demanded that the Gujarat government take over the Dial 112 project and run it directly instead of depending on private outsourcing companies. They believe that government control could help protect the pilots’ jobs, ensure timely salaries, and provide better working conditions.

The main demand is to stop the alleged exploitation of Dial 112 pilots and provide them with fair salaries, job security, and a stable future.