The Centre’s Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) has recently issued a circular setting a new deadline for government employees to mark their attendance.
The deadline is 9:15 am, and employees who fail to punch in by this time will have half-day casual leave deducted from their records. This move aims to address the issue of habitual tardiness and early departures among government employees.
Biometric Attendance System Reinstated
The biometric attendance system, which was suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic, has been reinstated to monitor punctuality. The system was previously used to ensure that employees were on time, but its suspension led to a lack of discipline in attendance. The reinstatement of the system aims to instill greater discipline and accountability among employees.
Impact on Employees
The new deadline and the reinstatement of the biometric attendance system are expected to have a significant impact on employees. Those who are accustomed to arriving late may face difficulties in adjusting to the new deadline. Additionally, employees who are not able to attend office on a particular day must inform their superiors in advance and apply for casual leave. This move is intended to ensure that employees are more punctual and responsible in their attendance.
