Three Decades of Apathy

For over three decades, thousands of daily wagers in Jammu and Kashmir have been caught in a relentless cycle of neglect and exploitation.

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Despite dedicating more than 30 years of their lives in service in the different departments of Jammu and Kashmir government—many under extremely challenging and hazardous conditions—they continue to remain on the fringes of the system as “temporary” workers. Several have retired without any pensionary benefit, and hundreds have tragically died while performing official duties. Yet, the families of these unsung heroes have been left to fend for themselves, receiving no compensation or job benefits simply because their loved ones held no permanent status. This is not just administrative failure—it is a grave injustice.