In a major festive gesture, Maharashtra’s Minister for Fisheries, Ports, and Harbour Development, and Chairman of the Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB), Nitesh Rane, announced a special Diwali grant for employees of the Board. The announcement was made during the 85th Board meeting of the Maharashtra Maritime Board, held on Monday at its headquarters in Mumbai.
First-Time Inclusion of Contractual Employees
For the first time, contractual employees appointed through external agencies will also receive a Diwali ex-gratia payment. Officers and regular employees of the Board will receive Rs 50,000 each, while contractual staff will receive Rs 20,000 each as a Diwali goodwill grant. Read Also Mumbai Metro 3 Blends Heritage And Modernity Along D N Road, Flora Fountain
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