Vishwakarma Puja: Honoring Migrant Laborers with State Holidays and Support
West Bengal's Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee celebrates Vishwakarma Puja by declaring a state holiday to honor migrant workers. The government offers incentives, urging them to return with a Rs 5,000 monthly dole, highlighting the importance of recognising labor contributions.
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee extended greetings for Vishwakarma Puja, recognizing the festival's significance in honoring the hard work of cross-sector workers.
She announced a state holiday on this occasion specifically to honor migrant laborers, reflecting the government's commitment to their welfare.
Banerjee encouraged migrant workers to return home with promises of monthly financial support of Rs 5,000 and announced that 24,000 families have benefitted from rehabilitation programs.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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