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Uttar Pradesh Advances Labour Reforms to Balance Worker Welfare and Industrial Growth

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announces measures to simplify regulations, ensure fair wages, and formalize the workforce while fostering industrial expansion.

Uttar Pradesh chief minister Yogi Adityanath has emphasised the need to rehabilitate child labourers. (FILE PHOTO)

Overview

  • Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath emphasized the need for balanced labour laws that support both industrial growth and worker protections.
  • The state government is simplifying labour regulations to safeguard workers from exploitation while streamlining processes for businesses.
  • New initiatives include transforming 'Labour Addas' into model centres with dormitories, canteens, and training facilities for workers.
  • Efforts to rehabilitate child labourers through welfare schemes and provide skill mapping for unorganized workers aim to integrate them into the formal workforce.
  • Pending NOC applications are being fast-tracked, and quality monitoring of Atal Residential Schools is underway to support worker families.