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50 Workers Demand Wages from Forest Dept Before Diwali

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50 Workers Demand Wages from Forest Dept Before DiwaliSaralnama

50 workers in Marwahi Forest Division's Newari area have not received wages for 4 months. They worked on the Green Credit Scheme, planting trees, fencing, and transporting saplings. Only 50% payment for sketching work has been made. Workers are facing financial difficulties, especially with Diwali approaching. They gathered at the forest department office demanding their dues. The Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Grishmi Chand assured them of prompt payment. (Updated 17 Oct 2025, 15:45 IST; source: link)

Key Points

  • 50 workers in Marwahi Forest Division's Newari area have not received wages for 4 months
  • They worked on the Green Credit Scheme, planting trees, fencing, and transporting saplings
  • Only 50% payment for sketching work has been made