Section 4(3)(b) in The Orissa Electricity Reform (Transfer of Assets, Liabilities, Proceedings and Personnel of Gridco to Distribution Companies) Rules, 1998
(b)the status of the Specified Personnel as in the employment of Gridco, namely permanent, temporary, ad hoc, contractual or otherwise before the Appointed Date shall continue and the Specified Personnel shall not be entitled to claim any change in status by reason of the transfer in terms of these rules.