Tag: Social Security for Construction Workers

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Punjab CM Announces Free Registration for 10 Lakh Workers

CHANDIGARH: On Saturday, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced a new initiative to enroll and revalidate 10 lakh construction workers for free. He instructed officials to directly engage laborers in welfare schemes through special camps. During a review meeting of the Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers’ (BOCW) Welfare Board, he emphasized his government’s commitment to ensuring that all construction workers receive social security benefits, welfare support, and opportunities for skill development. Mann expressed regret that welfare schemes for laborers have not reached their full potential due to long processing times, despite available funds. “Currently, only 2.21 lakh workers are…

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Uttar Pradesh Construction Workers Urged to Register for Benefits

LUCKNOW: In a bid to enhance social security for construction workers, the state government on Wednesday held awareness and registration camps at three labor hubs in the city: Mohanlalganj, Buddheshwar, and Barabirwa (Aashiana). The Uttar Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board organized these camps to promote welfare schemes for registered workers and facilitate on-the-spot registrations and renewals. Under the direction of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the state has made it a priority to enhance the living conditions of construction workers, ensure their children receive education, provide health protection, and promote social dignity. During the camps, workers learned about…