Talks on to end panchayat secretaries’ strike: Govt

Patna: The state govt on Wednesday said it has reached a mutual consensus on several issues after talks with representatives of panchayat secretaries, according to Panchayati Raj department director Naveen Kumar Singh.Singh said, “The secretaries are currently on strike over a five-point charter of demands. Discussions on transfers and postings will continue after consultations with the Panchayat Secretaries’ Association.” He stressed that the secretaries are a crucial part of rural administration and the panchayat governance system.The department is maintaining continuous dialogue to address their concerns and grievances. He expressed hope that the association will adopt a cooperative approach while keeping public interest and smooth functioning of panchayat administration in mind.Further meetings are expected to resolve pending issues and potentially end the strike, officials said, noting progress so far has been