Amid rising temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius in Odisha, the Public Works Department (PWD) has issued a fresh warning to contractors. It strictly prohibits engaging laborers in work between 11 AM and 3 PM to prevent sunstroke. Following reports of rule violations and sunstroke deaths, the PWD EIC directed officials to ensure mandatory rest sheds, drinking water, and first aid at construction sites. https://sambad.in/state/works-department-warning-no-labour-work-during-heatwave-odisha-11869646 #creator program