Railways to end colonial-era khalasi system, says no to fresh appointments

Railways is set to end a colonial-era practise of appointing khalasis or 'bungalow peons' who worked at residences of senior officials, following an order from Railway Board barring any new appointment to post. In an order issued on August 6, Railway Board has said issue regarding telephone attendant-cum-dak khalasis (TKs) is under review.

" issue regarding appointment of TK is under review in Railway Board. It has, refore, been decided that any appointment of fresh face substitutes as TK should t eir be processed or me with immediate effect.

"Furr, all cases approved for such appointments since 1st July 2020 may be reviewed and position vised to Board. This may be complied with strictly in all Railway establishments," order said.