The new Labour Codes implemented by the government on 21st of last month are poised to offer stability to workers’ livelihoods across India. Our correspondent brings a report on how the new reforms are providing a direct benefit to construction workers across the country.
With the latest Labour Reforms,the government has strengthened labour governance across sectors in the country. Under the new reforms the government has directed that no employer shall pay any employee less than the minimum wage. These reforms also have provisions to ensure that any work performed beyond normal working hours must be compensated at not less than twice the regular wage rate. Also, the codes ensured entitlement to welfare schemes for unorganized workers, such as life disability cover, health and maternity benefit and old age protection etc.
Furthermore, with the implementation of these revised policies, if any accident occurs while commuting from residence to the workplace or returning after performing duty, are now covered under employee’s compensation. The newly introduced reforms bring wage protection, workplace safety, and social security. Now construction workers can expect more consistent working standards, improved access to welfare measures, and better recognition of their role in the country’s development journey.
