THE PROSPECTS OF THE LABOUR RESOURCES DEPARTMENT IN ARA

THE PROSPECTS OF THE LABOUR RESOURCES DEPARTMENT IN ARA

13-DEC-ENG 5

RAJIV NAYAN AGRAWAL

ARA----------------------------Bhojpur district, especially Ara city, is considered one of the most dynamic regions of Bihar due to its hardworking people, migrant laborers, and young population. However, it is unfortunate that even today, a large number of workers here remain unorganized, youth lack access to quality skill training, and employment opportunities remain limited. In such a situation, the Bihar Labor Resources Department can become a major hope for Ara.

This department is not limited to just "labor-related work"; rather, it is the largest pillar of employment, skill development, social security, and migrant worker welfare. With willpower and initiatives in the right direction, many major changes can be brought about in Ara.

Skill development will change the landscape. In today's times, employment is based on knowledge and skills. Under the Bihar Skill Development Mission (BSDM) in Ara:M Electrician. Computer training. Automobile. Solar technology. Nursing assistant.

Expanding courses like tailoring and cutting could provide opportunities for thousands of youth, both jobs and self-employment. Establishing women's skill centers will provide a new direction for women's economic independence.

Employment fairs will provide a platform for youth. If Ara organizes employment fairs every 3–6 months, local youth will begin to find job opportunities near their homes.

Inviting private companies, the banking sector, retail, hospitals, and technology companies can create an employment environment in the district.

 Expansion of e-Shram cards and social security. Thousands of laborers in Bhojpur district are deprived of e-Shram cards and Construction Labor Board schemes. By organizing camps— ₹5 lakh accident insurance. Education assistance., Maternity benefits. Grants for purchasing tools. Benefits like old-age pensions can be easily provided. This is not just a paper scheme, but a lifeline for labor families. Special assistance centers for migrant laborers. Bhojpur is a hub for migrant workers working across the country. The Labor Resources Department could open a migrant labor helpdesk in Ara, where: Registration. Insurance. Legal aid. And assistance in times of crisis can be provided. This will provide security to families who migrate to distant states for livelihood. Entrepreneurship and employment generation. Youth can become not only job seekers but also job creators. The Labor Department can initiate EDP training (Entrepreneurship Development Program) to encourage youth to: Startups. Small industries. Open service-based businesses. Finance assistance can also be provided by linking them with bank loans and government schemes. Rights and protection of women workers.Ara has a large labor force consisting of domestic workers, Anganwadi workers, and female brick kiln workers. For women, a separate grievance redressal center. Training. Safety and awareness programs. If these are established, their quality of life will improve. A 'Model Career Center' is needed in Ara. By building a modern career center. Skill mapping of youth. Connecting them with employment. Vital services like counseling can be provided. This will prove to be a new direction for the youth of Bhojpur.

Ara can change; all that is needed is the will. Ara is not just a city beset by problems, but a city of opportunities. If the schemes of the Bihar Labor Resources Department are actively implemented here, then—✔ Employment for youth. ✔ Protection for workers. ✔ Respect for women. ✔ Support for migrant workers. ✔ Economic activity in the district. Everything

will grow rapidly.N To advance Bhojpur, it is crucial to bring the Labor Resources Department to the center. This is the time for change— And change can begin in Ara.