Construction workers in Maharashtra to get ₹12,000 annual pension
PUNE: Construction workers registered with the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board will soon receive pension as the labour department has submitted a proposal to govt suggesting a standard operating procedure. “A govt resolution was issued in March. The scheme will be rolled out after the SOP for its implementation is approved by govt,” an official said. Officials said that those aged 60 and above are likely to get Rs12,000 annually, which will mark a significant step toward social security. “The labour department has clarified that the pension scheme will be implemented entirely through the board without any…