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Maharashtra CM Retains Mathadi Act, Promises Homes and Market Revamp
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the Mathadi Act will not be cancelled.
The law gives Mathadi workers legal protection and social security.
He said the government plans to make the law stronger.
About 3,000 workers are expected to receive homes in Wadala.
The Vashi market will also be rebuilt and modernized.
The government plans to review all 36 Mathadi Boards.
It will look at unpaid benefits and other worker problems.
Officials also want workers’ children to pursue higher education and skilled careers.
Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis ruled out repealing the Mathadi Act and said it would be strengthened.
Around 3,000 Mathadi workers are to receive homes in Wadala after approvals and FSI obstacles were cleared.
The Vashi APMC Market will be redeveloped to international standards, with a long-term vision spanning five decades.
All 36 Mathadi Boards will be restructured and independently audited for transparency.
The government said it would address pending wage, Provident Fund, gratuity, bonus, housing allowance and accident compensation issues.
- Who
- Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, Mathadi workers, labour leaders and state officials.
- What
- The government reaffirmed the Mathadi Act, announced housing for about 3,000 workers, and promised board and market reforms.
- Where
- At the Agricultural Produce Market Committee in Vashi, Maharashtra; the housing project is in Wadala.
- When
- Friday, during an event marking the 93rd birth anniversary of Annasaheb Patil.
- Why
- To protect Mathadi workers, address labour-related issues, provide housing, and modernize market infrastructure.
Key facts
- Mathadi Act
- The chief minister said the legislation would remain in force and be strengthened.
- Housing
- Around 3,000 Mathadi workers are to receive homes in Wadala.
- Vashi market
- The Vashi APMC Market is planned for redevelopment to international standards.
- Mathadi Boards
- All 36 boards in Maharashtra are to be empowered and restructured.
- Audits
- Independent panel audits will be conducted to improve operational transparency.
- Worker benefits
- Pending issues involving wages, Provident Fund, gratuity, bonus, housing allowance and accident compensation are to be addressed.
- Weight limit
- The government highlighted enforcement of a 50-kilogram limit for gunny bags.
Quotes
Devendra Fadnavis
Maharashtra Chief Minister speaking at a Mathadi workers’ rally
“To curb these unauthorised elements and protect genuine labourers, a high-level meeting with labour leaders and officials will be convened soon to take strict action.”
thehansindia.com
“We stand firmly with you”
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