Sri Vijaya Puram | March 6, 2026
To mark the 55th National Safety Week, the Department of Labour, Andaman and Nicobar Administration organised an awareness programme on the theme “Safety and Well-Being Crucial for Viksit Bharat” at the Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI), Dollygunj on March 6, 2026.
Mr. Ajit Anand, Deputy Director in the Industries Department, attended the programme as the chief guest and presided over the event.
The year 2026 holds special significance as the National Safety Council (NSC) celebrates its Diamond Jubilee, marking 60 years of dedicated service to the nation in promoting workplace safety, occupational health and environmental protection. In view of this milestone and to further strengthen awareness on safety practices, the observance of National Safety Day/National Safety Week has been extended for the entire month this year and will be celebrated as National Safety Day (NSD) / National Safety Month (NSM) beginning from March 4, 2026.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Ajit Anand highlighted the importance of strictly adhering to prescribed safety measures to prevent accidents at workplaces. He said that the campaign serves as an important platform to raise awareness about industrial safety and to promote a culture of health, safety and well-being in workplaces across the country.
During the programme, the Assistant Labour Commissioner (Headquarters) and Inspector of Factories from the Department of Labour delivered a brief presentation highlighting various safety practices and preventive measures that should be adopted in workplaces.
Around 150 trainees of Government ITI, Dollygunj participated in the awareness programme.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks proposed by the Chief Inspector of Factories and Labour Commissioner.
Meanwhile, the Department of Labour, A&N Administration has scheduled a series of awareness programmes throughout the month to promote safety practices among industrial establishments and workers across the Islands.
