(a)the features of the proposed special scheme for welfare of tea workers especially women and their children within Assam;
(b)the details of its present status;
(c)whether the Government has sanctioned any funds in this regard within Assam;
(d)if so, the details thereof; and
(e)the details of the target set?
MINISTER OF STATE FOR LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT
(SHRI RAMESWAR TELI)
(a) & (e): As per announcement in the Union Budget 2021, a provision of Rs.200.00 crore has been made in the Budget 2021-22. The scheme thus announced is focused on Welfare of Tea Workers of Assam and West Bengal especially women and their children i.e. health, education, vocational training, skill development etc.
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