Century Pulp and Paper Mill management has agreed to provide Rs 9 lakh in financial assistance to the family of a contract worker who died while on duty.

The company will also provide a permanent job to one family member, according to an agreement reached between mill management, the labour union and the worker’s family.

Incident Details

The deceased worker, 34-year-old Mohan Ram from Bindukhatta, reportedly fell unconscious while working at around 4:15 PM on Tuesday.

He was taken to Sushila Tiwari Hospital in Haldwani, where doctors declared him dead.

Company Statement

Century Pulp and Paper Mill Vice President Naresh Chandra confirmed the compensation arrangement on Wednesday.

Industry Insight

Worker safety and emergency response remain critical issues in pulp and paper mills, where operations involve heavy machinery, heat, chemicals and physically demanding work environments.

The agreement reflects the importance of labour-management dialogue in responding to workplace fatalities and supporting affected families.

Last Updated on 21/05/2026 by Jota Machinery