A Reminder of Why I Started Workers of India

Yesterday, I received a letter of appreciation from my housing society after conducting the E Shram Awareness Workshop. It was a small gesture, but it meant a lot to me.

What began as a simple effort to guide the staff who support our community turned into something much more meaningful.

When I first planned the workshop, the goal was straightforward. I wanted to help domestic workers, drivers, cooks, and other support staff understand the E Shram card and the benefits it offers. Many workers in the unorganized sector are eligible for government schemes and social security protections, but they often miss out simply because they are not aware of them.

The workshop was an attempt to change that, even if in a small way.

On the day of the session, around 120 to 150 workers attended. House helps, drivers, cooks, and other support staff gathered to learn about the E Shram card and the government schemes connected to it. What stood out to me most was the level of interest in the room.

People listened carefully. They asked thoughtful questions. Many of them wanted to understand not only how to register, but also how the card could help them and their families in the long run.

Their curiosity and engagement reminded me why I started Workers of India in the first place.

The people who help run our homes and keep our communities functioning every day deserve access to the same information and protections that many of us take for granted. Sometimes the only barrier standing in the way is awareness.

Seeing so many workers eager to learn reinforced my belief that when people are given the right information, they are ready to take steps to secure their own future.

Receiving the letter of appreciation from the Managing Committee was encouraging, but this effort was never about recognition. It was about making sure that the workers who support our daily lives have access to knowledge that can protect their rights and strengthen their future.

I am grateful to the Managing Committee for their kind words and to the residents who encouraged their staff to attend the workshop.

Most of all, I am thankful to every worker who took the time to show up, listen, and participate. Their presence and enthusiasm are what made the workshop truly meaningful.

If anything, this moment has encouraged me to keep going and continue doing my small part for the people who keep our communities running every single day.

Thank you, everyone. 🙏