Awareness programme on New Labour Codes, Welfare Schemes held at Bandipora

BANDIPORA : A Mega awareness programme on the newly introduced Labour Codes and social security schemes was organised on Thursday by the Office of the Assistant Labour Commissioner (ALC), Bandipora, in collaboration with District Information Centre Bandipora, at Town Hall Bandipora.
The programme witnessed active participation from members of Traders’ Federations of Bandipora, Sumbal and Naidkhai, along with a large number of shopkeepers, contractors, HR representatives, management representatives of private educational institutions, construction workers and workers from the unorganised sector.
During the programme, officers imparted detailed awareness about the four new Labour Codes, highlighting key reforms, simplified compliance procedures, enhanced social security coverage, mandatory issuance of appointment letters, timely payment of wages, improved safety standards, and provisions for inclusion and protection of women workers. Participants were also sensitised about the rights and responsibilities of employers and workers under the new legal framework.
Special emphasis was laid on the registration of unorganised and construction workers and the benefits available under labour welfare schemes. The participants were informed about various social security measures, including medical assistance, educational assistance for wards, disability assistance, and other welfare benefits available to registered workers.
On the occasion, labour cards were distributed among eligible workers on the spot. Additionally, sanction letters for educational assistance and disability assistance were also provided to registered construction workers, extending immediate support to the beneficiaries.
The programme was interactive, with participants actively engaging in discussions and seeking clarifications regarding labour laws, compliance requirements, and welfare entitlements.
On the occasion, stakeholders appreciated the efforts of the Labour Department and District Information Centre Bandipora for organising the awareness programme and facilitating access to welfare services at the grassroots level.
Among others, Labour Officer Mushtaq Ahmad Kambay, Labour Inspector, Abid Rashid Naik, and officials of the Information Department were also present on the occasion.