Indian trade unions oppose new labour codes, call for demonstrations
Summary
Indian trade unions criticized new labor laws, calling them unfair to workers and planning protests. The Indian government says these laws make work rules simpler and encourage investment. Some unions support the changes, while others strongly oppose them.Key Facts
- Ten major Indian trade unions oppose new labor laws, describing them as harmful to workers.
- The unions plan nationwide protests and have demanded the repeal of these laws.
- The government introduced four labor codes to update old work rules and make hiring easier.
- These codes offer benefits like social security and minimum wage but also make layoffs simpler.
- The rules allow longer work shifts and more flexibility for companies when managing workers.
- Some business groups worry these changes might increase costs for small companies.
- Not all unions are against the new laws; some groups, like the Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh, support them after further talks.
- Indian states will develop their own measures based on these federal labor codes.
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