The Orissa High Court has directed the OSSSC to suspend the recruitment of OSSSC MPHW Merit List 2,753 Multipurpose Health Workers following complaints from candidates regarding exam irregularities. The next hearing is scheduled for March.
Orissa High Court Halts MPHW Recruitment: OSSSC Directed to Expedite Hiring Process
The Orissa High Court has ordered the Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) to halt the appointment of Multipurpose Health Workers (MPHW) until further notice. The decision was made on Monday in response to multiple petitions challenging the recruitment process.
MPHW Recruitment and Court Intervention
The OSSSC had announced the results of the MPHW recruitment in September 2024, aiming to fill 2,753 vacancies across Odisha. However, several candidates approached the High Court, raising concerns over the selection process. After reviewing the petitions, the court issued a stay on the appointment of selected candidates. The next hearing on this matter is scheduled for the first week of March.
Issues Raised by Candidates
The OSSSC had released an official recruitment notification for 2,753 female health workers on April 29, 2023. A written examination of 100 marks was conducted, which also included negative marking for incorrect answers. However, discrepancies were later identified in the exam:
- It was alleged that 13 answers in the question paper were incorrect.
- There was ambiguity regarding the answers to eight other questions.
Following these concerns, multiple candidates filed petitions, prompting judicial intervention.
Odisha Government’s Directive on Recruitment Acceleration
In a significant move, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi has instructed the OSSSC, along with the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) and Odisha Staff Selection Commission (OSSC), to expedite the recruitment process to address existing vacancies in government departments.
Focus on Filling Vacant Government Posts
According to official reports, there are currently around 1,10,557 vacant positions across various state departments. The Chief Minister has emphasized the urgency of hiring personnel for essential sectors, including:
- Healthcare
- Home Affairs
- Education
- Agriculture
The state government has set an ambitious target of recruiting 1.5 lakh individuals within five years, with 65,000 vacancies expected to be filled in the first two years.
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What’s Next for MPHW Recruitment?
The final verdict on the MPHW recruitment is pending until the next High Court hearing in March. Candidates awaiting their appointment must stay updated on the court’s proceedings and any further directives issued by the government.
This development highlights the importance of transparency in recruitment processes and the government’s commitment to strengthening the workforce across key public service sectors. Stay tuned for more updates on this evolving situation.
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