Ensuring Safety for Sanitation Workers: New Measures by Indian Government

The Indian Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment has initiated steps to safeguard sanitation workers under the National Action for Mechanized Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) scheme. Focused on the safety and dignity of those working with sewers and septic tanks, the scheme provides Personal Protective Equipment and training. 89,248 sanitation workers have been identified and aided, with health coverage under Ayushman Bharat. Efforts aim to mechanize sanitation processes to prevent hazardous manual cleaning.

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APEDA Launches First Sea Shipment of Botanical-Infused Millet Foods to New Zealand

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated the maiden sea shipment of botanical-infused, ready-to-cook millet functional foods from Karnataka to New Zealand. This milestone underscores the expanding opportunities for India's millet-based agricultural exports, bolstered by participation in APEDA-supported international trade fairs. Source: Original Link