New Delhi, Delhi Lieutenant Governor V.K.
Saxena said that despite the unusual severity of the heatwave, instructions have been issued by the state government to protect the workers, as he flagged the "lack of sensitivity" and "seriousness" on the part of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and the minister concerned. Is.
The official said these instructions will be implemented at all construction sites in Delhi, including government agencies and private establishments.
According to a letter sent by the principal to Delhi Chief Secretary Naresh Kumar, Saxena directed that a three-hour break for laborers has been implemented by the Delhi Development Authority from May 20 and will continue at all sites until the temperature falls below 40 degrees Celsius. But will continue. l Secretary to the Governor.
It said Delhi is facing unprecedented heat and temperatures are hovering around 50 degrees Celsius in some parts for the first time in the city's history.
“Normally, he (Saxena) expected the chief minister or the minister concerned to call a meeting to plan summer action in the city.The lack of sensitivity and seriousness in dealing with the heat wave is a matter of grave concern for them. ,” it said.
Officials said the LG had on May 20 directed the DDA to make adequate arrangements to provide water and coconut water to workers at construction sites so that they could stay hydrated.
In the letter, Saxena said the Chief Secretary can immediately call a meeting of officials of the Public Works Department, Delhi Jal Board, Irrigation and Flood Control Department, Delhi Municipal Corporation, New Delhi Municipal Council Electricity Department and Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Department. Issue boards and necessary instructions to protect workers and supervisory staff from extreme heat conditions.He also directed that earthen pots with drinking water should be arranged at shelter sites, treated water from STPs should be sprinkled on roads, and on high-rise buildings to reduce ambient air temperature and tackle pollution. Installed water sprinklers should be activated, he said. ,
The letter said, the plight of poor laborers who toil continuously in the scorching heat requires a humanitarian approach from the administration. Thousands of homeless people and street vendors who spend their days on the footpaths, sometimes with their children, without access to drinking water, is a heart-breaking sight.
The Labor Department of the Delhi government, in an advisory issued on May 27, listed various measures required in view of the heat wave situation prevailing in the national capital.
The circular has asked establishments to ensure availability of adequate clean drinking water at the workplace, availability of coolers/fans at the workplace and proper ventilation.The circular also said that no employee should be allowed to work in direct exposure to sunlight and work should be done as far as possible between 12 noon and 4 pm to avoid peak hours. Change in shift has been advised.
The advisory sensitized workers about the precautions to be taken during heat wave conditions, including covering one's head during direct exposure to sunlight and carrying an emergency kit containing ice packs, oral rehydration solution sachets and other items. Availability included.
Saxena said that despite the unusual severity of the heatwave, instructions have been issued by the state government to protect the workers, as he flagged the "lack of sensitivity" and "seriousness" on the part of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and the minister concerned. Is.
The official said these instructions will be implemented at all construction sites in Delhi, including government agencies and private establishments.
According to a letter sent by the principal to Delhi Chief Secretary Naresh Kumar, Saxena directed that a three-hour break for laborers has been implemented by the Delhi Development Authority from May 20 and will continue at all sites until the temperature falls below 40 degrees Celsius. But will continue. l Secretary to the Governor.
It said Delhi is facing unprecedented heat and temperatures are hovering around 50 degrees Celsius in some parts for the first time in the city's history.
“Normally, he (Saxena) expected the chief minister or the minister concerned to call a meeting to plan summer action in the city.The lack of sensitivity and seriousness in dealing with the heat wave is a matter of grave concern for them. ,” it said.
Officials said the LG had on May 20 directed the DDA to make adequate arrangements to provide water and coconut water to workers at construction sites so that they could stay hydrated.
In the letter, Saxena said the Chief Secretary can immediately call a meeting of officials of the Public Works Department, Delhi Jal Board, Irrigation and Flood Control Department, Delhi Municipal Corporation, New Delhi Municipal Council Electricity Department and Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Department. Issue boards and necessary instructions to protect workers and supervisory staff from extreme heat conditions.He also directed that earthen pots with drinking water should be arranged at shelter sites, treated water from STPs should be sprinkled on roads, and on high-rise buildings to reduce ambient air temperature and tackle pollution. Installed water sprinklers should be activated, he said. ,
The letter said, the plight of poor laborers who toil continuously in the scorching heat requires a humanitarian approach from the administration. Thousands of homeless people and street vendors who spend their days on the footpaths, sometimes with their children, without access to drinking water, is a heart-breaking sight.
The Labor Department of the Delhi government, in an advisory issued on May 27, listed various measures required in view of the heat wave situation prevailing in the national capital.
The circular has asked establishments to ensure availability of adequate clean drinking water at the workplace, availability of coolers/fans at the workplace and proper ventilation.The circular also said that no employee should be allowed to work in direct exposure to sunlight and work should be done as far as possible between 12 noon and 4 pm to avoid peak hours. Change in shift has been advised.
The advisory sensitized workers about the precautions to be taken during heat wave conditions, including covering one's head during direct exposure to sunlight and carrying an emergency kit containing ice packs, oral rehydration solution sachets and other items. Availability included.
