13 July, 2025
Date: July 13, 2025
Venue: Don Bosco Migrant Service Centre, Kannagi Nagar
Organized by: Don Bosco Migrant Services (DBMS)
In Collaboration with: GeethaAmma and the Unorganised Workers Union
Overview
On July 13, 2025, the Don Bosco Migrant Service Centre in Kannagi Nagar became a hub of empowerment and access as it hosted a Registration Program for the Tamil Nadu UnorganisedLabour Welfare Board (TNUHDB). The initiative was designed to connect unorganised and migrant labourers to the formal welfare mechanisms of the state, ensuring that those on the peripheries of society are not excluded from government entitlements and protections.
Mobilization and Participation
The success of this program was made possible through the committed efforts of GeethaAmma and the Unorganised Workers Union, who actively mobilized the community, raising awareness and guiding workers through the procedural requirements.
10 new unorganised workers were successfully registered with the welfare board for the first time.
4 existing members completed their registration renewals, ensuring continued access to state-supported benefits.
Empowering the Informal Workforce
The event served as more than just a documentation exercise—it was a platform for advocacy and empowerment. By facilitating access to TNUHDB, the program helped workers unlock a range of state welfare benefits, such as:
Medical and accident insurance
Financial aid during unemployment or crisis
Pension schemes and education support for children
Social security initiatives
For many attendees, this was their first step into the formal welfare system, offering newfound security and recognition as contributors to the economy.
Social Impact
This initiative has far-reaching implications. Unorganised workers, particularly migrants, often fall through the cracks of institutional support due to lack of documentation, mobility, or awareness. Through this program:
Participants were informed of their rights and entitlements under the welfare board.
They were introduced to the importance of legal and social identity in accessing public schemes.
A culture of collective responsibility and solidarity was fostered within the local labouring community.
Looking Ahead
The registration drive at Kannagi Nagar marks a critical step towards inclusive governance. It reinforces the mission of Don Bosco Migrant Services to act as a bridge between vulnerable communities and institutional support systems. Continued partnerships with grassroots leaders like GeethaAmma and unions will ensure that more workers are reached in the coming months, with plans to expand such registration efforts across additional settlements.
This event stands as a testament to the power of local action, informed facilitation, and collaborative outreach in transforming lives—one registration at a time.