**Event Overview**
On May 1, 2026, the ICAR – Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute (CCARI), Goa, observed International Labour Day as “Shramik Samman Diwas 2026.” The program was held under the theme, “Ensuring a Healthy Psychosocial Working Environment,” to recognize the contributions of labourers across the Institute.
**Key Participants and Dignitaries**
* **Chief Guests:** Shri Rajesh Faldessai (MLA, Cumbharjua) and Dr. D. C. Verma (MLA, Mirganj, Uttar Pradesh).
* **Guests of Honour:** Dr. Pradip Sarmokadam (Member Secretary, Goa State Biodiversity Board) and Shri Harikesh Bahadur (Regional Labour Commissioner Central, Goa).
* **Leadership:** Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director of ICAR-CCARI, highlighted the Institute’s collective achievements and workforce dedication.
* **Coordinators:** Dr. Vinod A. Ubarhande (Farm Superintendent and Nodal Officer for Contractual Workers) and Shri Rahul M. Kulkarni (Asst. CTO).
**Welfare and Safety Initiatives**
The Institute emphasized its ongoing commitment to worker welfare through several initiatives:
* Provision of healthcare services.
* Educational support for workers’ children.
* Assistance for higher education.
* **Safety Measures:** During the event, white hats were distributed to labourers to ensure safety and protection during summer fieldwork.
**Metrics and Participation**
* **Attendance:** Approximately 170 workers and staff members participated in the program.
* **Activities:** Labourers from various units were officially felicitated for their dedication.
**Release and Contact Information**
* **Release ID:** 2257860 (Posted on May 4, 2026, at 5:07 PM).
* **Location:** Panaji, Goa.
* **PIB Representatives:** Ambadas Yadav and Priti Malandkar.
* **Email:** pibmumbai[at]gmail[dot]com.
* **Social Media:** @PIBMumbai (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Koo).
Key Entities Referenced
ICAR – Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute (CCARI): The primary research institute responsible for organizing the event and implementing welfare initiatives for its workforce.
Shramik Samman Diwas: A specific initiative observed on International Labour Day to recognize the contributions of laborers and distribute safety equipment and welfare support.
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare: The central ministry under which the ICAR-CCARI operates and reports its administrative and welfare activities.
Panaji, Goa: The central location where the institute is based and where the labor welfare program was implemented.
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
ICAR–CCARI Goa Observes International Labour
Day as “Shramik Samman Diwas 2026”
Posted On: 04 MAY 2026 5:07PM by PIB Mumbai
Panaji, 4 May 2026
The ICAR – Central Coastal Agricultural Research Institute celebrated International Labour Day 2026 as
Shramik Samman Diwas on May 1, recognising the vital contribution of labourers across all sections of
the Institute. The programme aligned with this year’s theme, Ensuring a Healthy Psychosocial Working
Environment.
Shri Rajesh Faldessai, MLA, Cumbharjua Constituency, and Dr. D. C. Verma, MLA, Mirganj (Uttar
Pradesh), attended as Chief Guests. Dr. Pradip Sarmokadam, Member Secretary, Goa State Biodiversity
Board and Shri Harikesh Bahadur, Regional Labour Commissioner (Central), Goa were present as Guests
of Honour.
Dr. Parveen Kumar, Director, highlighted the Institute’s ongoing welfare initiatives for labourers,
including healthcare services, educational support for workers’ children, and assistance for higher
education. He emphasized that the Institute’s achievements are driven by the collective efforts of its
workforce.
Labourers from various units were felicitated for their dedication, and white hats were distributed to
support their safety during fieldwork in summer. The dignitaries appreciated the Institute’s inclusive
approach and stressed the importance of a supportive and healthy work environment.
The programme was coordinated by Dr. Vinod A. Ubarhande, Farm Superintendent and Nodal Officer
(Contractual workers), and Shri Rahul M. Kulkarni, Asst. CTO. The programme witnessed participation of
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