India Targets Labor Code Overhaul for 2025 Rollout

  • India’s 28 states and 8 union territories aim to finalize draft rules for four labor codes by March 2025.
  • The four labor codes integrate 29 central labor laws, simplifying regulatory compliance.
  • Most states and UTs have completed pre-publication of draft rules, preparing for implementation in 2025.
  • Central and state governments collaborate to harmonize labor rules for uniformity.
  • Objectives include decriminalizing minor offenses, enhancing dispute resolution, and promoting worker welfare.
  • The codes focus on skill development and extending social security to gig and platform workers.
  • Collaboration with ILO includes studying gig economy dynamics to develop tailored social security measures.