Overview

• Delhi CM Rekha Gupta announced the opening of 500 creches to support women workers with safe childcare options during work hours.
• A three-hour mandatory 'heat break' for construction workers between noon and 3 p.m. has been implemented to address summer heat risks.
• The government has started installing 3,000 water coolers across Delhi to ensure access to hydration for workers in public and construction areas.
• Workers are being registered under the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, providing up to ₹10 lakh in health coverage, alongside plans for annual health check-ups.
• Separate welfare boards for gig workers, domestic helpers, and taxi-auto drivers are being established to ensure targeted support for diverse labour groups.