Background: The Gujarat High Court recently heard a petition filed by a workers' union, seeking a direction to the State Government to implement a scheme for the welfare of construction workers. Parties: The petition was filed by the workers' union, while the respondents included the State Government and the labour department. Legal issues: The primary issue before the court was whether the State Government had failed in its duty to implement the scheme for the welfare of construction workers. Court observations: The court directed the State Government to implement the scheme, observing that the workers were entitled to benefits such as health insurance, pension, and education assistance. The court also noted that the State Government had a responsibility to ensure that the scheme was implemented effectively and that the benefits reached the intended beneficiaries. Significance: The order is significant as it highlights the need to protect the rights of construction workers and ensure that they receive benefits and welfare schemes. The direction to the State Government to implement the scheme means that the government will have to take concrete steps to provide benefits to construction workers. The case underscores the importance of implementing welfare schemes for marginalized workers.