Archive · 28 Jan 2026
New Labour Codes Aim to Protect Workers, Boost Jobs
The Indian government has introduced new labour codes to help workers and create more jobs.
These codes replace old laws that were no longer useful.
The new rules aim to protect workers' rights, ensure equal pay for women, and provide benefits to workers in the unorganised sector.
The government is holding meetings across the country to explain these changes to state officials.
They are also building new hospitals and medical colleges to improve healthcare for workers.
The goal is to make the workplace better and fairer for everyone.
New labour codes introduced to safeguard workers' rights and boost employment opportunities.
Four labour codes replace 29 outdated laws, consolidating them into comprehensive regulations.
State governments hold 90% responsibility for implementing the new labour codes.
Key provisions include equal wages for women and mandatory wage payments within one week.
Upcoming ESI infrastructure projects include medical colleges and hospitals in various locations.
- Who
- Union Minister of State for Labour and Employment Shobha Karandlaje and State Labour Minister Vasamsetty Subhash
- What
- Introduction of new labour codes to protect workers and boost jobs
- When
- Implemented on November 21, with conferences held in Vijayawada, Goa, Jaipur, and upcoming in Lucknow and Guwahati
- Where
- Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, with regional conferences across India
- Why
- To safeguard workers' rights, expand employment opportunities, and create an industry-friendly climate
- Date of Implementation
- November 21
- Number of Consolidated Codes
- 4
- Percentage of Responsibility with States
- 90%
- Workers Covered by EPFO and ESI
- 90% of unorganised sector
- Wage Payment Deadline
- Within one week of work completion
- Upcoming Conference Locations
- Lucknow and Guwahati
- ESI Infrastructure Projects
- Medical colleges, hospitals in various locations