Employee Exposes Workplace Conflict by Displaying Incision from Recent Surgery

Railway Employee Alleges Inhuman Treatment by Senior Official

Summary

A loco pilot in the Lucknow Rail Division was denied an extended medical leave despite showing proof of a still-healing piles surgery wound, sparking outrage among railway staff and netizens.

Incident Details

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On February 22, Rajesh Meena underwent a piles surgery and was initially granted leave from February 22 to 28. However, when his wound did not heal, he approached the Railway Health Unit for an extension, which was allegedly refused by Chief Crew Controller (CCC) Ratan Kumar. Meena was forced to take extreme measures to prove his condition, showing his medical certificates, medicines, and the still-healing surgery wound to Kumar.

Broader Pattern of Employee Distress

Several online reactions suggest that mistreatment and leave denial are common across the railway system, not limited to loco pilots. AILRSA secretary general KC James called the behavior "shameful," noting that railway staff work round the clock to ensure trains run safely and families can travel during festivals.

Railway Union Demands Accountability

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AILRSA has demanded action against the officer involved, arguing that medical certificates should be adequate for determining leave eligibility and that no worker should be compelled to undress to prove a surgical condition. As of now, the Lucknow Division has not issued an official response to the allegations.

Key Figures

• Rajesh Meena: loco pilot
• Ratan Kumar: Chief Crew Controller (CCC)
• KC James: AILRSA secretary general

Timeline

• February 22: Rajesh Meena undergoes piles surgery
• February 22-28: Meena initially granted leave
• After February 28: Meena approaches the Railway Health Unit for an extension, which is allegedly refused by Ratan Kumar