FAPTO Hunger Strike in Vijayawada Demands Immediate Government Action
FAPTO hunger strike enters second day in Vijayawada
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Leaders of the Federation of Andhra Pradesh Teachers’ Organisations (FAPTO) are on the second day of a hunger strike in Vijayawada, India, demanding the establishment of the 12th Pay Revision Commission and other key reforms. They threaten to escalate their protest if the government does not respond to their 17 demands.
- 01FAPTO is on a hunger strike in Vijayawada, India.
- 02The protest is in response to unmet demands from the government.
- 03Key demands include the formation of the 12th Pay Revision Commission and interim relief.
- 04FAPTO leaders have threatened to intensify their agitation.
- 05The hunger strike is part of a broader protest program.
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Leaders of the Federation of Andhra Pradesh Teachers’ Organisations (FAPTO) began a hunger strike at Dharna Chowk in Vijayawada, India on April 26, 2026, entering its second day. The protest is aimed at urging the government to address their 17 demands, which include the immediate constitution of the 12th Pay Revision Commission (PRC), a 30% interim relief, and the implementation of unified service rules. FAPTO chairman L. Sai Srinivas and secretary general S. Chiranjeevi warned that they would escalate their agitation if the government fails to respond. Their demands also cover the release of pending Dearness Allowance (DA) installments and compassionate appointments in local bodies, highlighting the organization's commitment to improving conditions for teachers in the region.
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The hunger strike highlights the urgent need for government action on teacher-related issues, which could affect educational quality and teacher welfare in Andhra Pradesh.
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