Sachivalayam employees organise ‘Chalo Vijayawada’, stage protest at Dharna Chowk
Police took a few protestors into preventive custody at bus stops and railway stations and tried to prevent the agitators from gathering, the protestors said
On September 27, 2026, employees from Swarna Grama and Ward Sachivalayams in Vijayawada staged a protest at Dharna Chowk, demanding the government address their grievances. Despite police warnings, thousands of workers took part in the 'Chalo Vijayawada' march, pressuring the government for action. The employees, who worked in various departments, were seeking two notional increments, permanent structures for promotions, clearing wage dues, and other demands.
The protest leaders had announced 'Chalo Vijayawada' in advance, but the government refused to meet with the employees, allegedly seeking to suppress the demonstration. Police ordered the protest to be halted and threatened action against violators, keeping the workers under house arrest, according to protestor Kumar. The government, which relied on Sachivalayam staff for various tasks, including SIR distribution, pension payments, and surveys, allegedly treated the employees poorly.
Many participants came from different districts to join the protest, alleging that the government resorted to using police to hinder the agitation and resolve the long-standing demands. Some protestors were arrested, and a few suffered injuries during the protest. The employees criticized the government for employing police to undermine their peaceful demonstration rather than addressing their concerns.
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