Digital Labour Chowk and Construction Workers’ Portals
Why in the news
The Labour Ministry rolled out digital tools for the building sector, and the national construction workers’ union responded critically.
Key terms
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Digital Labour Chowk | Portal and app for registration and benefits |
| Labour Felicitation Centres (LCFCs) | Centres recognising and supporting workers |
| Cess Collection Portal | Online platform for the employer cess funding welfare |
| CWFI | Construction Workers’ Federation of India |
| 1996 Act | Building and Other Construction Workers Act: welfare, registration, social security |
Exam angle
- Launched by the Union Labour Ministry; cess paid by employers.