To aware about the safety of the workers at workplaces, District Industries Centre Kargil, Department of Industries and Commerce, Ladakh organized various events as part of National Safety Week from March 4 to 10.

General Manager, DIC Kargil administered a pledge to the workers and employers in the industrial Estate Kurbathang and Chanchik. Pamphlets with the safety measures to be adopted by employers and employees at workplaces were also distributed to the Unit Holders.

To sensitize youth of the district on safety, DIC Kargil organized an essay competition in collaboration with GDC Kargil. Prizes/momentos were also given to the participants.

The week-long program concluded with a workshop in collaboration with the Department of Labour and Employment  on March 10.

Representatives from the Industrial Association, Labour Organizations, Department of Health took part.

General Manager DIC Kargil highlighted various legislations for the protection and safety of workers with clause-wise discussion on the protections available in the Factory Act 1948.