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The Construction industry is the backbone of a country as it creates the infrastructure necessary for economic and industrial growth. Construction workers are at a greater risk of developing certain health disorders and sickness than workers in many other industries. The objective was to study the socio economic profile and analyze the Occupational health conditions of construction workers over Chennai city. An elaborate study conducted at 200 construction sites within the city limits of Chennai and all workers (4 respondents per site) were enrolled as study subjects. Collection of data was done using a pretested semi structured questionnaire. The methodology used was descriptive statistics like percentages and multivariate analysis. Prevalence of the occupational disorders and health issues were spatially analyzed over various zones of Chennai city such as musculoskeletal disorders, skin diseases, cardiovascular diseases, followed by respiratory infections, gastrointestinal disorders etc. Results inferred was the musculoskeletal problems, respiratory problems, gastrointestinal infections, urinary tract and kidney problems were reported to be high among migrant construction workers. Measures are to be taken to improve the work environment of construction workers by ensuring the availability of personal protective equipment's, good living conditions and sanitation facilities at the sites.