ITANAGAR, Apr 11:

 

Governor PB Acharya chaired a meeting to discuss the pathetic condition of the labourers engaged in road construction at Raj Bhavan today. Principal Secretary Home, Satya Gopal, Secretary Social Welfare, Madhu Garg and Secretary Rural Development, Dani Salu were present amongst others.

 

Terming the labourers engaged in road constructions as the most important people who immensely contribute towards the development and prosperity of the state, the Governor said it is the duty of every individual, particularly the employers to respect them and ensure their welfare. He appealed to all to have a humane approach with the spirit of ‘Sabke Saath Sabka Vikas’ towards them and contribute at individual level to address their problems.

The Governor called for reasonable accommodation, drinking water, health facilities for these workers and recreation and educational facilities for their children. He categorically stated that labourers must be covered under Food Security Act and must be provided the basic provisions, granted under the Act.

It may be recalled, during his recent visit to West Kameng District, the Governor observed the deplorable conditions of the labourers working under Border Road Organisation (BRO). He had asked the BRO to address the challenges of the labourers and create conducive environment for them.  

As a first initiative, the Governor had distributed recreational items and sweets to the children at various Labour Camps in the Sessa portion of the road between Bhalukpong and Bomdila. 

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Kenter Joya Riba

(Managing Editor)
      She is a graduate in Science with post graduation in Sociology from University of Pune. She has been in the media industry for nearly a decade. Before turning to print business, she has been associated with radio and television.
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