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West Bengal Mandates Medical Staff and Ambulances on Large Construction Sites

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The West Bengal labour department has decreed that construction sites employing more than 200 workers must ensure the presence of a doctor and an ambulance for emergencies. Labour Minister Arjun Singh recently met with representatives from CREDAI to discuss these safety measures. The department stated that surprise inspections will be conducted, and any violations will face legal repercussions.

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The new decree imposes specific safety requirements on real estate developers in West Bengal. This regulatory change could increase operational costs for large construction projects, though the real estate fraternity reportedly welcomed the move.

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Who's involved

  • Arjun SinghState labour minister who convened the meeting regarding site safety.
  • Rakesh GuptaRepresentative of CREDAI who met with the labour minister.
  • West BengalThe state implementing the new labour department decree.

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