In a notable development within Tamil Nadu’s administrative framework, revenue department staff have announced a boycott of SIR (Special Initiative for Records)-related work, citing concerns over excessive workload, insufficient manpower, and pressure linked to tight timelines. The decision reflects growing frustration among field-level staff who claim that additional duties are being assigned without proportional support, training, or operational planning.
The SIR initiative, aimed at updating, digitising, and verifying land-related records and connected details, requires meticulous field engagement and documentation. According to employee representatives, the tasks are high-volume, time-sensitive, and often expected to be completed alongside existing responsibilities, creating what they describe as unmanageable work stress.
Staff members argue that the pace and volume of the SIR programme require dedicated personnel and structured working hours, rather than merging it with routine revenue and public-service operations. They also emphasize that inadequate staffing not only affects employee well-being but may also compromise the accuracy and quality of sensitive land-related documentation.
The boycott decision is expected to affect the momentum of ongoing SIR operations at various district and taluk levels unless a dialogue-based solution is reached. Employees have hinted that they are not opposed to the programme itself, but demand practical planning, fair workload distribution, and official clarity on timelines and responsibilities.
This development is likely to spark discussions within administrative circles regarding resource allocation, digitisation frameworks, manpower strategy, and policy execution standards, especially for large-scale governance initiatives.
❓ FAQs
Q1: Why are revenue dept staff boycotting SIR work?
Due to concerns over heavy workload, short deadlines, and lack of additional manpower.
Q2: Are they opposing the SIR project?
No — employees are opposing the current workload implementation method, not the initiative itself.
Q3: Will public services be affected?
Potentially, if the issue remains unresolved and work remains halted.
Q4: What is SIR work related to?
It involves record verification, digitisation, and field-level documentation connected to land administration.
Q5: Is any negotiation expected?
Dialogue between employee associations and administrative authorities is likely for resolution.
Published on : 18th November
Published by : SMITA
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