UP to sign MoU for employment of 9.5 lakh migrant workers

In an attempt to ensure jobs for 9.5 lakh workers, the UP government to sign MoU with IIA, CII and NAREDCO on May 29.

Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh):The Uttar Pradesh government to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Industries Association (IIA) and the National Real Estate Development Council (NAREDCO) on Friday to ensure employment for 9.5 lakh workers.

While the NAREDCO may employ 2.5 lakh people in the realty sector, the IIA will create jobs for around 500,000 migrant workers in MSMEs (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises), and the CII (Confederation of Indian Industry) will help employ 200,000 workers.

UP has seen an inflow of around 26 lakh migrants. Earlier this week, the NAREDCO had written to the government that it could employ migrant workers after some state intervention. It had also sought the government's help in reviving stalled projects.

The government spokesman said the MoU would help locate jobs and categorise workers.

The agencies will also ensure short-term training or apprenticeship to skilled migrant workers. The government looks to provide apprenticeship allowances to workers.

(IANS report)