"OMSA Calls for Urgent Reforms to Ensure Fairness and Inclusivity in Recruitment Process".
The recently announced J&K Police Constable recruitment policy, with 40% horizontal and 60% vertical reservations, has stirred a heated debate. Under the current framework, horizontal reservations include 15% for Special Police Officers (SPOs), 15% for girls, 6% for ex-servicemen, and 4% for Village Defence Committee (VDC) members. Vertical reservations allocate 10% each for ST1, ST2, RBA, and EWS categories, 8% for OBC and SC, and 4% for IB/ALC.
While the policy aims to provide equitable opportunities, the Open Merit Students Association (OMSA) has raised concerns about its fairness and balance. They argue that the excessive horizontal reservations disproportionately limit opportunities for open merit candidates. OMSA also highlights the exclusion of certain segments within the Economically Weaker Section (EWS), calling for immediate corrective measures to promote inclusivity.
In a recent discussion with the Hon’ble Chief Minister, OMSA emphasized that these reforms—primarily intra-general category adjustments—can be implemented swiftly without extensive deliberation. “The recruitment process should be a reflection of justice and meritocracy,” OMSA stated, urging the government to take prompt action to rectify discrepancies and ensure a balanced system.
The spotlight is now on the administration to address these issues and bring about a transparent, fair recruitment process that upholds the principles of equality and merit.
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