Circular on Telecommuting: Dhanandjay Kawol Pushed Out

The controversy surrounding the circular on flexible working hours and telecommuting in the public sector has reached a new level. The Secretary for Public Service, Dhanandjay Kawol, is reported to have been forced into early retirement, three years ahead of schedule. This decision follows intense backlash regarding the circular signed by the senior official, which announced telework, hybrid work, and flexible hours in the public service starting May 11, for three months.