Telangana Outsourcing Employees Maha Dharna at Indira Park Over Job Cuts, Salary Delays

Telangana outsourcing employees news : On July 12, 2025, a massive Maha Dharna was organized by outsourcing employees from various departments across Telangana at Indira Park, Hyderabad. The protest was a powerful demonstration by contract and outsourcing workers, demanding regularization of jobs, equal pay for equal work, and a comprehensive job security policy.

The protest was led by several outsourcing employees’ unions and supported by key political and social organizations. Employees from health, HMWSSB, GHMC, education, power, IT and all other departments participated in large numbers, bringing operations in many government-run institutions to a standstill.

Why outsourcing workers are protesting at Indira Park Hyderabad

1. Immediate regularization of long-serving outsourcing employees
2. Equal pay for equal work as per Supreme Court guidelines
3. Job security and abolishment of arbitrary termination policies
4. Formation of a permanent board for outsourcing employees’ grievances
5. Inclusion in welfare schemes, PF, ESI, and other employment benefits

How Many Outsourcing Employees working in Telangana?

In Telangana, there are approx 4 lakh+ outsourcing employee working in various government departments. The Outsourcing Employees strength is almost equals to the Dept regular employees

Demand for Equal Pay and Permanent Jobs by Telangana

Outsourcing employees in Telangana have long been demanding regular employment status. Many have worked for 10-15 years in the same roles but continue to receive low wages with no job security. Their frustration has only increased with successive governments promising reforms but failing to deliver.

The protest gained momentum after no concrete assurances were given in the state budget, and thousands decided to take collective action to highlight their plight.

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Scenes from Indira Park:

Indira Park witnessed a sea of employees with banners reading:

• “Justice for Outsourcing Workers”
• “No More Contract Exploitation”
• “Equal Pay = Dignity”

Protesters came from districts including Nizamabad, Warangal, Karimnagar, Mahabubnagar, Khammam, and others. Women employees from the health and education sectors were especially vocal, highlighting the gender discrimination in wage structures.

Leaders from various unions, including TGO, TGOU,TUCI, BRTU and contract labor forums, addressed the gathering. Some prominent political leaders from opposition parties also joined the protest, expressing solidarity with the employees and criticizing the government for failing to act.

Government Response:

So far, there has been no official government delegation that has directly addressed the gathering. However, according to sources, the Chief Secretary has been briefed, and a proposal is being prepared for consideration. The Finance Department and Labour Department are said to be reviewing the demands, but no timeline has been given for implementation.

What’s Next?

Outsourcing employee unions have warned of an indefinite strike if their demands are not met within a week. They also plan to escalate the protest to district headquarters and possibly conduct a march to the State Assembly during the next session.

Public Support and Impact:

Many citizens, especially families of employees, have come out in support. The public sector services, especially municipal sanitation, data entry, electricity maintenance, and hospital administration, are facing disruptions across the state due to the protest.

The Maha Dharna by outsourcing employees at Indira Park is a clear sign of rising unrest among temporary and contract staff in Telangana. As the pressure mounts, all eyes are on the state government to deliver a comprehensive solution that ensures justice and dignity for lakhs of outsourcing employees who have long been the invisible backbone of the system.