March 24, 2026 11:54 AM
Odisha govt issues heatwave guidelines to protect labourers
The Odisha government on Monday issued a set of advisories to prevent heatstroke-related casualties among labourers in the state in view of rising temperatures, as the summer season sets in with a sharp increase in daytime heat. Anticipating severe weather conditions in April and beyond, the Labour and Employees’ State Insurance Department has rolled out a series of preventive measures aimed at safeguarding workers, particularly those engaged in outdoor activities. According to the guideline...
