Kolkata: The state labour department has directed real estate developers to mandatorily have a doctor and an ambulance on construction sites that have 200 or more labourers. State labour minister, Arjun Singh, recently held a meeting with CREDAI and informed about the state’s stand for further ensuring safety and security on sites as per Building andOther Construction Workers rules. “We will conduct surprise visits and if we come across violations, action will be taken as per law,” Singh said.The directorate of factories under the department can take legal action. The move was lauded by real estate fraternity. “I believe the real estate industry has a collective responsibility to ensure the safety, dignity and well-being of the workers,” said Siddharth Pansari, former president, CREDAI Bengal, Kolkata.Rakesh Gupta , chairman of a realty group said this move would ensure immediate intervention in case of any such mishap.
