The Assam government launched a new scheme for the economic and social upliftment of labours.
The motive behind this initiative is to ensure labour welfare. And a total of 12 schemes have been launched.
Assam government’s assistance for the schemes
Reportedly, Assam government has provided ₹179.04 crore assistance till date.
As mentioned, construction workers between the age of 18 to 55 can register themselves at labourassam.com to avail the services.
More about the schemes
The facilities that can be availed under the schemes are:
1) One-time educational assistance
2) Cash prize to successful candidates of class X and XII
3) Medical assistance
4) Medical examination
5) Marriage assistance
6) Maternity assistance
7) General assistance
8) Family assistance
9) Assistance for specially-abled
10) Financial assistance in case of death
11) Funeral assistance
12) Covid-19 assistance
Further as mentioned by the Assam government, for more information about the schemes people can contact nearest Common Service Centre, Labour Welfare office.
