Gadwal:
A group led by the IFTU Labor Union District President has presented a petition to the Joint Collector of Gadwal District, Venkateswarlu. The petition highlights the poor state of the Jogulamba Gadwal district labor department office.
The petitioners urgently call for the office to be moved due to its dangerous condition. They also demand the quick release of pending welfare claims for building and construction workers.
Dilapidated Office Conditions:
The labor department office has been behind the old collector’s office in Gadwal since 2020. It is in very bad shape, with the roof collapsing and posing a risk to workers and staff. Recent rains have worsened the situation, flooding the office and damaging important files.
Demands for Immediate Action:
The labor union has listed several key demands. These include:
1. Immediate release of pending claims for building and construction workers from 2022-2023.
2. Relocation of the labor department office to a safer location, preferably the new collector’s office.
3. Appointment of a permanent Assistant Commissioner of Labor in Jogulamba Gadwal District.
4. Hiring an additional computer operator to manage the increased workload.
5. Providing maternity assistance of Rs. 50,000.
6. Offering natural death compensation of Rs. 2,60,000.
7. Providing accidental death compensation of Rs. 10,00,000.
8. Ensuring timely provision of ration cards to construction workers who have applied.
9. Timely approval and release of claims registered by the Welfare Board.
Union’s Plea for Safety and Efficiency:
The IFTU labor union stressed the urgent need to address these issues for the safety of workers and efficiency of the labor department. They noted that the current conditions not only endanger lives but also delay the processing of welfare claims, which are essential for workers’ livelihood.
Community Support and Participation:
Many leaders and workers participated in presenting the petition, including Tirumalesh, Lakshmi Narayana, Bichupalli, Badesab, Kolla Raju, Anand, Mahesh, Venkatesh, Vadde Lakshmi, Bhagyamma, Telugu Lakshmi, Swathi, and Jamulamma. Their collective effort shows how serious the situation is and the need for immediate government action.
The Joint Collector has acknowledged the petition and assured that the concerns will be addressed promptly. The workers and the IFTU labor union now await swift action to fix the hazardous conditions and ensure the well-being of the labor community in Gadwal District.
