National Conference on Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) Concludes in Mumbai with Focus on Strengthening Welfare and Skilling Ecosystem for Construction Workers
The two-day National Conference on Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) concluded in Mumbai, focusing on the welfare, skilling, employment, and social protection of construction workers. Organised by the Ministry of Labour and Employment in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra, the event brought together various stakeholders to discuss policy design, new labour codes, and best practices. Discussions covered worker mobility, occupational safety, actuarial analysis for welfare interventions, and digital initiatives implemented by different states.
Why It Matters
This press release is relevant for civil services and competitive exam candidates studying Indian labour governance, welfare schemes, and administrative policies related to construction workers.
In Simple Words
The National Conference on Building and Other Construction Workers (BOCW) wrapped up a two-day event in Mumbai, organized by the Ministry of Labour and Employment and the Government of Maharashtra. Leaders and officials met to discuss improving welfare, job skills, social protection, and employment opportunities for construction workers across India.
Discussions focused on worker mobility, workplace safety, new labour codes, and state-level initiatives like digital labor platforms and skill portals. The conference provided a platform for sharing best practices and strengthening service delivery mechanisms for the construction sector workforce.
Key Points
- The two-day National Conference on BOCW was held on September 11–12, 2026, in Mumbai.
- It was organised by the Ministry of Labour Employment, Government of India, in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra.
- Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya chaired Day 1 of the Conference.
- The Secretary highlighted the importance of strengthening the skill ecosystem and worker mobility in social security scheme design.
- Uttar Pradesh presented its work on Skill Development of Building Workers during the session on New Labour Codes.
- Rajasthan shared its experience with Digital Labour Chowks.
- Bihar highlighted the Shram Seva Suvidha Kendras, and Assam presented the Nirman Sakhi Portal.
- Sessions were held on the Labour Stack, the Construction Sector, and the Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW).
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Source: Press Information Bureau