HT Correspondent
ITANAGAR, July 23: The workers and labour community of Arunachal Pradesh recently joined the nationwide observance of the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh’s (BMS) foundation day, marking the conclusion of the 70th year and the beginning of the 71st foundation year of the organisation.
According to an official statement, the state-level celebration was organised at the Nyedar Namlo conference hall in B Sector, Itanagar, where representatives from various trade unions, district and state executive members of BMS, and workers from different sectors participated in the day-long programme.
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Speaking as the chief guest on the occasion, Arunachal Pradesh Forest Corporation Limited (APFCL) Chairman Nalong Mize highlighted the importance of recognising and respecting the dignity of labour. “We should understand our duties and perform them with sincerity and commitment. If each of us does our part, we can collectively contribute to building a better state and nation,” Mize said.
He noted that BMS, founded on July 23, 1955, by Dattopant Thengadi, has become one of the world’s largest labour organisations with over one crore members.
“It is a proud day for the labour community across the country. Today, lakhs of workers are celebrating this occasion, reaffirming their commitment to the principles of hard work and nation-first ideology,” Mize added.
Commending the efforts of the state government under Chief Minister Pema Khandu, Mize appreciated the administration for increasing the salaries of organised sector workers.
He urged the labour community to contribute more actively to the development of the state and the welfare of the people.
Senior leaders of BMS including Tadung Yangfo, Vice President Tadar Dowa, State Executive Member Dari Yamar Taku, General Secretary Donik Taling, and Secretary Karki Bagang also addressed the gathering and shared their views on strengthening the organisation’s role in advocating for workers’ rights and welfare.
A live telecast of the national-level BMS celebration was also arranged at the venue, allowing participants to virtually connect with the larger national event and witness speeches from central leaders of the organisation.
The BMS, through its ongoing programmes, continues to stress on national development through the upliftment of the working class, calling for greater unity, discipline, and commitment among its members.
