Published on: April 18, 2025
By: [BTI]
Location: Rajnandgaon, India
In a recent meeting held at the Chhattisgarh Labour Welfare Board office in Raipur, Chairman Yogeshdutt Mishra addressed a delegation of labour leaders and workers from Raipur district. Mishra emphasized that both the central and state governments are running dozens of welfare schemes for the upliftment and security of labourers. He urged the labour community to not only benefit from these schemes themselves but also to become active messengers in spreading awareness among fellow workers.
Mishra pointed out that the state has three major corporations and welfare boards working specifically for the betterment of workers across different sectors. “We can significantly improve the living standards of our workers by providing them access to social security through these schemes,” he remarked, calling it a moral responsibility of the times.
Welcoming Mishra at the event, Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) Office Secretary Brijesh Mishra shared that the Chairman personally interacted with each worker present, inquiring about the benefits they had received so far and their awareness of various welfare initiatives.
Highlighting the Construction Workers Welfare Board, Mishra said it offers over 44 categories of benefits, including scholarships, coaching support, childbirth assistance, and youth welfare grants. Additionally, in cases of accidents, natural death, or accidental death, the board provides direct financial compensation.
He also mentioned that the Unorganized Workers Social Security Board provides similar support to workers from unorganized sectors like cleaners, porters, and daily wage earners. Likewise, employees working in factories and industrial units with more than ten workers are eligible for benefits such as scholarships and other support under the Labour Welfare Board.
Mishra stressed the urgent need to identify and reach out to needy workers, get them registered under the appropriate welfare boards, and ensure they receive their rightful financial assistance. “Awareness is key,” he noted, calling upon trade unions and social organizations to take active roles in this outreach effort.
Several dignitaries were present at the occasion, including former Chairman of the Construction Workers Welfare Board Mohan Anti, BMS District President Brijesh Mishra, District Secretary Parmeshwar Kanoje, State Finance Secretary O.P. Pal, and leaders like Ashwani Chelak, Pawan Ogle, Achit Varai, Chhotu Tandi, Shiv Sahu, Raja Tiwari, Sanyaj Sharma, Sandesh Ganveer, Smt. Anju Sharma, Smt. Manju Sharma, and Champa Mahanand. A large number of workers from Raipur district also marked their presence.
This significant gathering underlines the collective effort of the labour administration and trade unions in ensuring that no worker is left behind when it comes to welfare and empowerment.
