Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced the establishment of 500 crèche centres for the better upbringing of workers’ and labourers’ young children. The announcement was made during a function organised by the Labour Department of the Delhi Government, in association with the Delhi Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, to mark the Vishwakarma Day here today.
Announcing the move, Gupta said that this initiative will be a significant support, especially for the hardworking Vishwakarma mothers. “These crèche centres will provide children with proper nutrition and care while ensuring the livelihood of the mothers remains secure,” she added.
Gupta also interacted with the workers to understand their issues and assured them of the government’s commitment. Extending her greetings for Vishwakarma Day, the Chief Minister said, “Though we celebrate Vishwakarma Day tomorrow, we began the celebrations today with this event. I am extremely delighted to be among my Vishwakarma brothers. I extend my heartfelt wishes and congratulations to all of you. Your hard work, honesty, and dedication will always take you forward.”
“Without the dedication and effort of workers, no state can develop. Engineers can plan, owners can invest, and governments can grant permissions, but it is the worker who truly builds the structure,” she said.
The Chief Minister further said that in the last 27 years, whether it was a Congress government or the Aam Aadmi Party, no substantial welfare schemes for labourers and the poor were implemented. “However, the Delhi Government ensured the uniform implementation of minimum wages throughout the city, whether a worker is employed in a government or private institution. Now, no worker will be subjected to low wages,” she added.
“Most workers in Delhi live in rented accommodations or slums. For the first time, a government has resolved that providing a home to every slum dweller is its duty. Although it will take time, as previous governments left the treasury empty, I assure you that providing a roof over every poor’s head is our top priority. We pledge that every poor child can study in good schools and receive quality education, and that no poor person dies due to lack of medical treatment,” the CM went on to add.
The Chief Minister further stated that under the Ayushman Bharat Scheme, economically weaker and working-class families can now access free medical treatment of up to Rs 10 lakh. By implementing this scheme, the Delhi Government aims to ensure that even worker families are protected and can receive essential healthcare during emergencies. In addition, education, healthcare, and housing initiatives are being given top priority to support the well-being of residents.