Raipur, March 28
\n Chief Minister Shri Vishnu Deo Sai on Saturday transferred Rs 27.15 crore directly into the bank accounts of 79,340 construction workers and their family members through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) at a district-level workers\u2019 conference held in Jashpur.<\/p>\n
The programme was presided over by Labour Minister Shri Lakhanlal Dewangan. On the occasion, Chairman of the Chhattisgarh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board Dr. Rampratap Singh along with other public representatives were present.<\/p>\n
\u201cDespite the ongoing conflict in West Asia, there is no need for concern as fuel supplies in Chhattisgarh will remain stable due to India\u2019s strong international relations. I urge citizens not to pay attention to rumours on social media or engage in unnecessary hoarding, as petrol, diesel, and LPG will continue to be available without interruption,\u201d said Shri Sai.<\/p>\n
During the programme, the chief Minister elaborated on 12 welfare schemes being implemented by the state and central governments for the benefit of workers. The registered workers received Rs 20,000 on childbirth, up to Rs 1.5 lakh for house construction, and Rs 1.5 lakh support for purchasing e-rickshaws to promote self-employment.<\/p>\n
The government has also taken important steps in the field of education. If a worker\u2019s child secures a place in the Top-10 in Class 10 or 12 board examinations, they receive an incentive of Rs 2 lakh. Earlier, 100 meritorious children were given education in private schools; this has now been increased to 200 seats to ensure quality education.<\/p>\n
Chief Minister Shri Sai said that under the *Deendayal Bhumihin Krishi Mazdoor Kalyan Yojana*, landless labourers receive Rs 10,000 annually, with over Rs 495 crore recently transferred directly to beneficiaries\u2019 accounts. He highlighted that Direct Benefit Transfer through *Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana* accounts ensures full funds reach people, improving transparency. He added that the PF system is now universal, the minimum pension has been raised to Rs 1,000, and registered workers are receiving better free treatment through Employees\u2019 State Insurance Corporation hospitals.<\/p>\n
Concluding his address, Chief Minister Shri Sai said workers are the backbone of Chhattisgarh\u2019s development, expressed respect for them, and reaffirmed the government\u2019s commitment to their bright future.<\/p>\n
*Workers\u2019 Conferences Being Organised Across the State \u2014 Labour Minister*<\/p>\n
Labour Minister Shri Lakhanlal Dewangan said that, following the Chief Minister\u2019s directions, workers\u2019 conferences are being organised across the state so that workers can be informed about welfare schemes and receive maximum benefits. He said the state government is implementing several schemes including Rs 20,000 maternity assistance, housing assistance, scholarships, and incentives. Over the past two and a half years, more than Rs 800 crore has been directly transferred to workers\u2019 accounts through DBT.<\/p>\n
Under the Atal Shiksha Yojana, children of workers are receiving education in private schools, with the government aiming to ensure full benefits of schemes and improved living standards. <\/p>\n
Board Chairman Dr. Rampratap Singh also informed workers about various welfare schemes and urged them to avail maximum benefits.<\/p>\n
On the occasion, Labour Welfare Board Chairman Shri Yogesh Dutt Mishra, Mati Kala Board Chairman Shri Shambhunath Chakravarti, Jashpur Municipal Council President Shri Arvind Bhagat, Municipal Vice President Shri Yashpratap Singh Judev, District Panchayat Vice President Shri Shaurya Pratap Singh Judeo, Janpad Panchayat Jashpur President Shri Gangaram Bhagat along with other public representatives, workers and officials were present.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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