More than 6 thousand workers of UP are completely safe in Israel, Yogi government on alert mode, helpline number released,

Lucknow, March 1. Amidst the current tense situation in Central Asia, the Yogi government is fully alert regarding the safety of 6,004 construction workers from Uttar Pradesh working in Israel. The state government has clarified that all the workers are safe and their well-being is being constantly monitored. All these workers are selected in the year 2024 through National Skills Development Corporation (NSDC) and Israel’s government body Population, Immigration and Border Authority (PIBA) and are working in various construction projects in Israel.

Direct contact with embassy, ​​situation under control

According to the security advisory issued by the Indian Embassy in Tel Aviv, all Indian citizens have been advised to remain alert, follow the instructions of the local administration and avoid unnecessary movement. Principal Secretary, Labor and Employment Dr. M.K. Shanmuga Sundaram, India’s Ambassador to Israel J.P. Talked to Singh on phone. The Ambassador conveyed that the situation is under control and the Embassy is in touch with all the Indian workers. First Secretary Dr. Garika Tejeshwar also assured that safety shelters are available in most of the buildings and workers have been instructed to stay in safe places.

security top priority

Labor and Employment Minister Anil Rajbhar assured the workers and their families and said that the Uttar Pradesh government is fully committed to the safety of all workers. The Department is in constant touch with the National Skill Development Corporation and the Indian Embassy to ensure prompt action in any situation. Director, Employment Neha Prakash and Additional Director P.K. Pundir has also directed to continuously review the safety arrangements of workers by coordinating with NSDC officials.

24×7 helpline number released

24-hour helpline numbers have been issued by the Embassy of India, Tel Aviv: +972-54-7520711, +972-54-2428378. Along with this, PIBA has also issued a helpline number 1-700-707-889, which is being operated by the Center for International Migration and Integration.

Safety of every worker is priority of Yogi government

On the instructions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Labor and Employment Department is continuously reviewing the situation. The state government believes that every worker working abroad is an important part of the economic progress of the state and their safety is the top priority. There are approximately 42,000 Indian nationals currently residing in Israel, including 6,004 construction workers from Uttar Pradesh. The state government has made it clear that in any emergency situation, immediate action will be taken and all possible assistance will be provided to the workers and their families.