Speaking at DGMS’s 125th Foundation Day in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, Karandlaje highlighted the organisation’s century-long role in protecting mine workers. She praised the dedication of workers who face risks daily and stressed that mining contributes directly to India’s growth story. The minister reiterated that worker safety remains the government’s top priority under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s “First Safety” vision.

Karandlaje underscored the need for uniform safety standards across mining operations and called for closer coordination between central and state authorities. She urged DGMS regional offices to play a proactive role in enforcing safety norms. The minister also acknowledged the sacrifices and tireless efforts of generations of mine officials and workers.

On the occasion, Karandlaje inaugurated the DGMS exhibition, old records section, and models gallery. She released a new DGMS logo, the organisation’s theme song, and a digital coffee table book documenting its journey. A souvenir compendium of best practices in mine safety was also unveiled to celebrate DGMS’s contribution to sustainable mining.

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In December 2024, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy held a meeting with gig workers and promised to create a dedicated welfare mechanism. Since then, the government has consulted senior officials and the legal department, and it has prepared the draft of the Telangana Platform-Based Gig Workers Bill 2025. The cabinet has now approved the bill, and it has also launched the initial implementation process.

The government will set up a special welfare board with the Labour Minister as chairman. Moreover, the board will include representatives from platform companies, gig workers, civil society, and technology experts. It will operate from Hyderabad and will manage worker registration, welfare schemes, safe working conditions, and transparent payment systems. Workers can self-register, and platforms must submit their worker data within 60 days. Additionally, all aggregators must register within 45 days.

The bill also creates a welfare fund supported by aggregator fees, CSR donations, and government grants. Furthermore, a dispute resolution committee and an appellate system will address complaints. Platforms must give prior notice before removing a worker, and authorities will impose penalties for any violations.

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