Dhami hails labour reforms, terms four codes highly beneficial for workers
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Chief minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has said that the labour reforms will usher in a new era for the work force in the country and implementation of four labour codes will help in fulfilling the resolve of Atmanirbhar Bharat.
He said that the labour codes will have far-reaching and meaningful results. Dhami said that the State government is committed to implement labour codes. He expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the labour reforms. The CM stated that under the PM’s leadership, a new work culture has emerged in the country and the formulation of new policies will prove to be a milestone in making the country a developed nation. He averred that the previous labour laws excluded a large segment of unorganised workers and lacked social security.
“The old labour laws were impacting ease of doing business, adversely affecting foreign investment. The system of inspector raj was also adversely affecting trade and industry. From this perspective, the government of India has taken a historic step by implementing labour reforms,’’ he said.
Dhami said that the provisions of the new law strongly protect the interests of workers. He stated that provisions such as minimum and timely wages for all, and the mandatory appointment letter are praiseworthy. Labour reforms will ensure social security for 400 million workers, women workers have been provided equal opportunities, equal pay and the freedom to work night shifts, which is a major step towards empowering women, he said.
Dhami added that provisions such as gratuity for employees after one year of service, mandatory free annual health check-ups for workers, and 100 per cent health security for workers in hazardous fields will prove beneficial for the workers. He stated that labour reforms will provide social security and a better work environment for workers in the state and also facilitate a favourable environment in businesses and industries.
