Agartala, August 16,2025|SKY LINK TIMES
In a major push for labour welfare, Tripura’s Labour Minister Tinku Roy chaired a high-level meeting with contractors, outsourcing agencies, and government officials to discuss minimum wages, Puja bonus/ex-gratia, and other benefits for contract labourers. The meeting was held at Shaheed Bhagat Singh Youth Hostel in Agartala and included participation from industry owners and sectoral stakeholders.
Highlighting the government’s achievements, Roy recalled that during Durga Puja 2024, nearly 22,674 unorganized workers across 15 occupations — including tea garden workers, jewellery artisans, factory staff, security guards, and housekeeping employees — received Puja bonuses. While the minimum Puja bonus was set at 8.33%, some establishments extended up to 20%, reflecting a growing commitment to fair compensation.
Expansion for Durga Puja 2025
Looking ahead, Minister Roy announced that more occupations will be included under the bonus scheme, with delivery personnel among the new beneficiaries. This move is aimed at widening the safety net for informal and contract-based workers.
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“The initiative is not just financial; it’s a moral responsibility to ensure that workers can celebrate festivals with dignity and joy,” Roy said. He further emphasized that the scheme will cover all industries employing 10 or more workers, with payments made in line with the Bonus Act to ensure fairness and compliance.
The meeting ended with a consensus to finalize grants and bonuses after thorough consultation, marking a proactive step toward inclusive labour welfare in Tripura.
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