Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Andhra Pradesh to Fast-Track Minimum Wage Revision
The Andhra Pradesh government is going to speed up the process of changing the minimum wages for workers in both organized and unorganized sectors.
The labor minister, Vasanamsetti Subhash, said this is to make sure workers get fair pay and have a better life.
A special board with members from different groups will look at suggestions from various industries and make recommendations to the government.
The government will use a fair and clear method to decide the new wages, considering the national minimum wage set by the central government.
They will also focus on creating more job opportunities for women.
Andhra Pradesh government to fast-track minimum wage revision under the Code on Wages, 2019.
22-member advisory board to examine representations from various sectors and submit recommendations.
Wage fixation to be based on a scientific and transparent approach, considering the National Floor Wage.
Special emphasis on increasing employment opportunities for women.
Government has responded positively to several requests made by board members, including identity cards and honorarium proposals.
- Who
- Andhra Pradesh government and labor minister Vasanamsetti Subhash
- What
- Fast-tracking the revision of minimum wages for workers
- When
- Process to be fast-tracked, specific timeline not mentioned
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- To improve workers' living standards and promote equitable growth
Government and Labor Organizations
Employers
Wage Revision Process
Government and Labor Organizations
The government and labor organizations support the fast-tracking of minimum wage revision to improve workers' living standards and promote equitable growth.
Employers
Employers may have concerns about the financial impact of increased wages on their businesses.
- State
- Andhra Pradesh
- Minister
- Vasanamsetti Subhash
- Advisory Board Members
- 22
- Board Head
- Pellakuru Srinivasulu Reddy
- Code
- Code on Wages, 2019