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Odisha Rescues Migrant Workers With Custom Rehab Plan
2 Aug
Summary
- Odisha initiates a multi-departmental rehab strategy for 85 returned migrant workers.
- The plan offers personalized livelihood interventions based on skills and preferences.
- Multiple departments and Odisha Mining Corporation will coordinate the rehabilitation.
The Odisha government has developed a multi-departmental rehabilitation strategy to ensure sustainable livelihoods for 85 migrant workers who returned after an ammonia gas leak incident in Tamil Nadu. The initiative prioritizes personalized interventions, skill development, and welfare scheme integration.
This plan moves beyond immediate relief, focusing on individual rehabilitation and livelihood action plans tailored to each worker's skills, preferences, and aspirations. District nodal officers have been appointed to oversee implementation across affected districts.
Key departments, including ST/SC development, MSME, agriculture, and mission shakti, will contribute schemes. The Odisha Mining Corporation will also leverage CSR funds to supplement government programs, ensuring a holistic support system for the returned migrants.
