# Himachal Distributes Welfare Aid to Workers

> Himachal Pradesh government gives Rs 5.78 crore to 1,471 construction workers and dependents via direct bank transfers.
- Title: Himachal Distributes Welfare Aid to Workers · Financialexpress
- Summary: Himachal Pradesh government gives Rs 5.78 crore to 1,471 construction workers and dependents via direct bank transfers. Himachal Pradesh distributed Rs 5.78…
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- Author: Sheenu Sharma
- Published: 2026-10-04T09:22:27+00:00
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- Topics: himachal, construction workers, welfare aid, direct bank transfers, rs 5.78 crore, chief minister sukhu, hpboccwwb, business, money, news
## Welfare Aid Distribution
Himachal Pradesh distributed Rs 5.78 crore to 1,471 construction workers and their dependents on Saturday.
## Beneficiaries Included
The aid supports widows, differently-abled individuals, children pursuing education, marriage assistance, and families affected by accidental deaths.
## Chief Minister's Commitment
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu emphasized transparent and hassle-free delivery of welfare benefits to construction workers and their families.
## Breakdown of Funds
Rs 2.74 crore went to education, Rs 1.83 crore to marriage, Rs 45.95 lakh for housing, and Rs 54.20 lakh for accidental deaths.
## District Distribution
Kangra received Rs 1 crore, Hamirpur Rs 76.74 lakh, and Chamba Rs 70.54 lakh from the welfare aid distribution.
## Direct Transfers Ensure Transparency
Direct bank transfers to beneficiaries across districts prevent delays and ensure timely, leak-proof delivery of welfare funds.
## Key takeaway

Himachal Pradesh distributed Rs 5.78 crore in welfare aid to 1,471 construction workers and dependents through direct bank transfers to ensure transparency.