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₹600 Crore Fund, Yet No Infrastructure for Goa’s Workers: Data

MARGAO: Despite accumulating ₹600 crore under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Fund by June 2025, official data obtained by TOI indicates that not a single rupee has been allocated for basic infrastructure or facilities for construction workers. Data from the labor and employment department reveals that although funds have been allocated for various welfare schemes, no spending has occurred on critical amenities such as crèches, canteens, rest areas, drinking water facilities, health camps, or temporary accommodations as mandated by the Act. The Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board was established in July 2008 under the guidance…

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Noida Authority to Create New Policy for Construction Workers

NOIDA: In an effort to improve living conditions for the increasing construction workforce in the city, the Noida Authority is formulating a policy that may mandate developers and contractors to establish labor camps offering hygienic accommodation with essential amenities, such as toilets, clean water, electricity, and waste management systems, prior to commencing any construction projects. The proposed policy could also include welfare measures, providing access to medical assistance, regular health check-ups, and schooling for children accompanying their working parents. At present, many workers live in makeshift shelters near construction sites, which often lack safety and hygiene. “The planning department has…

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12,000+ Construction Workers Registered in Kodagu: Labour Officer

AI-generated Representative Image MADIKERI: District labour officer T Kaveri reported that 12,629 workers are registered under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Act in Kodagu district, with 9,971 males and 2,658 females. The registration breakdown by taluks includes 3,069 workers (2,424 males, 645 females) in Madikeri, 4,146 workers (3,759 males, 387 females) in Somwarpet, and 5,414 workers (3,788 males, 1,626 females) in Virajpet. Workers can register at the Karnataka Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board by calling the helpline at 155214. The board provides pension benefits for members aged 60 who have been part of the scheme for…