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2.5 lakh outsourced workers in Madhya Pradesh face job loss as services end for all but fourth‑grade staff
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 15 Nov 2026, 02:23 PM
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The Madhya Pradesh government plans to terminate services for all outsourced employees except those in fourth‑grade positions, putting 250,000 jobs at risk.
The Madhya Pradesh administration announced that it will discontinue the services of outsourced staff across most grades, retaining only those classified as fourth‑grade. The directive is part of a broader review of the state's outsourcing contracts.
Approximately 250,000 workers employed by private agencies in various departments are expected to lose their positions under the new policy. These employees have been engaged on a contract basis to handle functions ranging from clerical work to support services.
State officials said the move aims to streamline operations and reduce reliance on external contractors, while acknowledging the social impact. Trade unions representing the workers have warned that the abrupt termination could cause significant hardship for families dependent on these jobs.
No detailed timeline or compensation package has been disclosed yet, and the government has indicated that further discussions with stakeholders will follow.
Approximately 250,000 workers employed by private agencies in various departments are expected to lose their positions under the new policy. These employees have been engaged on a contract basis to handle functions ranging from clerical work to support services.
State officials said the move aims to streamline operations and reduce reliance on external contractors, while acknowledging the social impact. Trade unions representing the workers have warned that the abrupt termination could cause significant hardship for families dependent on these jobs.
No detailed timeline or compensation package has been disclosed yet, and the government has indicated that further discussions with stakeholders will follow.