Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): The labour department’s scheme to provide financial assistance to labourers for purchasing e-scooty has barely made an impact in Madhya Pradesh.

In the one year since its launch, only 40 laborers have availed the benefit, despite 17.8 lakh eligible workers registered with the Building and Other Construction Workers Board (BOCB). Read Also MP News: Government Moves High Court For Recall Of Court’s Earlier Order; Disposal Of 900 MT...

Sources in the department said the scheme has not generated expected response. Labourers cite difficulties in locating charging stations and the need to travel long distances, making petrol vehicles more convenient. Senior officer Basant Kurre said, “We are trying to publicise the scheme so more labourers come forward to avail the

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