Daijiworld Media Network - New Delhi

New Delhi, Nov 22: Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh on Saturday delivered a scathing critique of the newly enforced labour codes, arguing that the government has simply bundled 29 existing labour laws into four codes without addressing the pressing needs of India’s workforce. He asserted that crucial demands—such as a national minimum wage of ?400 per day and an urban employment guarantee—remain unmet.

Ramesh further noted that several rules under the new codes have not been fully notified, making complete implementation impossible despite the government’s claims of ushering in a landmark transformation.

The four labour codes—covering wages, industrial relations, social security, and occupational safety—came into effect on November 21, marki

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