Palakkad, March 6 -- The employees of Regional Transport Offices (RTOs) in Kerala have announced a protest against the alleged curtailment of their promotion opportunities within the Motor Vehicles Department.

To voice their opposition, employees on Thursday resolved to extend their daily operations by working beyond standard office hours until 8 pm.

The protest was organised by the Kerala Motor Vehicle Department Staff Association after amendments were made to the Special Rules, which deal with recruitment, qualifications, probation, and promotions of employees in various state government departments.

According to staff members, these changes have significantly reduced promotion prospects for ministerial employees in the department. ...