Delegation of casual labourers/daily-rated workers of Sub-Transmission Division Kargil calls on Hon’ble Lt Governor Brig (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd).

Leh, March 04, 2025: A delegation of casual labourers and daily-rated workers of the Sub-Transmission Division, Kargil called on the Hon’ble Lt Governor of Ladakh, Brigadier (Dr) BD Mishra (Retd) at the Lt Governor’s Secretariat to discuss matters concerning their remuneration. The delegation sought the HLG’s intervention to enhance their wages.
During the meeting, the delegation informed the HLG that despite having Aadhaar-seeded accounts, they were not included in the list of 1900 casual labourers whose remunerations were enhanced. They highlighted their continuous service of over eight years and requested the HLG to address their concerns and improve their remuneration.
The HLG assured the delegation that a committee would be formed to thoroughly examine their matter. He emphasised that the guidelines set forth by the Supreme Court of India regarding casual workers would be followed, and decisions would be made accordingly. The HLG also reassured the delegation that their wages would not be decreased and that they would be paid minimum wages, as determined by the committee.
Principal Secretary, Shri. Sankeej Khirwar, IAS; Commissioner/Secretary to the HLG Dr. L Franklin, IAS; Director Finance, Dr. Safdar Ali, IRS and Superintending Engineer PDD, Shri Tundup Spalzang were present during the meeting.