PALIN, 18 Sep: Labour and Employment Minister Nyato Dukam on Wednesday called upon the labour community to take pride in their work, emphasizing that their efforts form the backbone of the state’s progress and development.
“You are the most powerful and important factor in nation-building,” he said. “While we may work with files in offices, it is you who bring those plans to life by executing critical infrastructure projects – be it roads, government buildings, hospitals, or schools.”
The minister was speaking at the National Labour Day celebration held here in Kra Daadi district by the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh’s (BMS) district unit. The event focused on spreading awareness about the benefits and welfare schemes offered under the Arunachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board.
Dukam urged the labour community to safeguard the dignity of their work through discipline and honesty.
“If you are sincere, honest, and hardworking, no one will have the right to look down on you,” he stated. “Empower yourself by staying informed about the rights and the benefits you are entitled to.”
Highlighting several welfare initiatives undertaken by the state government, the minister mentioned the increase of accidental benefit compensation from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 4 lakh, retirement benefits, and other measures aimed at ensuring social and economic security of workers and their families.
Speaking about the observation of National Labour Day alongside the Vishwakarma festival, Dukam said that the festival transcends religious boundaries.
“Vishwakarma festival is not merely a Hindu festival- it celebrates skill, craftsmanship, and hard work. It is, therefore, fitting that the BMS observes this day as National Labour Day to honour the workforce that drives progress,” he said.
Responding to a memorandum submitted by BMS Kra Daadi district unit president Heri Tapum, Dukam assured that all points raised were genuine and would be actively pursued with the appropriate authorities.
He further called on every section of society to extend support for the development of hydropower projects, stressing that these projects are crucial for transforming Arunachal Pradesh from a fund-seeking state to a self-reliant one.
“By harnessing our hydropower potential, we can generate sufficient electricity to fuel the growth of industries and create new opportunities for our people,” he added.
As part of the programme, Dukam distributed blankets to labour beneficiaries attending the event.
The event was also addressed by Kra Daadi Deputy Commissioner Charu Nilli, district BJP president Khyoda Ram, and state BMS treasurer Tadum Yangfo, who spoke on the history and activities of the BMS, and the importance of collective efforts in advancing the welfare of workers and communities.
Earlier in the day, Dukam also launched the ‘Swachhata Hi Seva 2025’ campaign in Kra Daadi district from Palin. The campaign was organized by the District Urban Development Agency, in collaboration with the PHE&WS Department’s Palin and Tali Divisions, underscoring the state’s commitment to cleanliness and public health.
