13/01/2025
*Mega Awareness Camp and Welfare Kit Distribution for Construction Workers in Tawang District Held at Jang*
*Jang | 13/01/2024*
The Arunachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB), in collaboration with the Border Roads Organization Labour Union (BROLU), successfully organized a Mega Awareness Camp cm Welfare Kit Distribution at the Sports Club, Jang. The event aimed to provide vital support and information to registered building and construction workers in Tawang district.
The program was graced by distinguished guests, including Phurpa Tsering, MLA Dirang and Advisor to the Minister PWD, and Rolen Dagam, Chairman of APB&OCWWB, along with representatives from trade unions, ATDSU, and other notable personalities.
*Key Highlights:*
- *Memorandum Submission:* Leki Tsering, President of BROLU North East Region, submitted a memorandum to MLA Phurpa Tsering and Chairman Rolen Dagam, urging the government to address the challenges faced by BRO workers and secure their future with the Union Government. He thanked Chief Minister Pema Khandu and Chairman Rolen Dagam for their ongoing support through welfare schemes.
- *Welfare Benefits:* Chairman Rolen Dagam highlighted that ₹35 lakhs have been disbursed in statutory benefits to Tawang district workers in the past two months. He emphasized the need for compulsory labor cess and additional funding for the board while announcing the empanelment of medical officers and legal advisors for workers' assistance.
- *Encouragement to Workers:* MLA Phurpa Tsering urged workers to register with the welfare board, stating that he personally covers the ₹800 registration fee for workers in his constituency. He assured efforts to address maternity leave benefits, job security, and recruitment as regular employees under the BRO.
- *Tributes and Recognition:* The MLA paid tribute to late Dorjee Khandu, the former Chief Minister, for his contributions to the state’s development and lauded Chief Minister Pema Khandu for continuing his legacy. Commendation certificates were presented to executive members of workers' unions for their dedicated service.
*Additional Activities:*
- A free health check-up camp for workers, conducted by APB&OCWWB health officials, provided essential medical services.
- Awareness about welfare programs, including the Chief Minister’s Arogya Arunachal Yojana (CMAAY), was promoted among workers and attendees.
*BRO Labourers Union, Tawang District Unit Leadership:*
- Dorjee Tsering (President)
- Tenzin Dawa (Secretary)
- Tsering Khandu (Assistant Secretary)
The event concluded with a renewed commitment to improving the welfare, rights, and recognition of construction workers, acknowledging their significant role as nation builders.
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