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Uttar Pradesh Pledges Minimum-Wage Guarantee for All Working Youth

Adityanath said the state will absorb extra payroll costs to stop exploitation.

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Overview

  • The commitment was announced at the three-day Rozgar Mahakumbh 2025 in Lucknow.
  • The chief minister said Uttar Pradesh would be the first state to ensure minimum wages and a minimum salary guarantee for employed youth.
  • Companies must ensure minimum wages while the government covers any additional charges, with a pledge of full salaries for outsourced workers.
  • The chief minister said labour laws are being modernised to protect workers’ rights and keep industry operations smooth.
  • He cited MSME-led employment and support, including 96 lakh active units, a Rs 5 lakh insurance cover for registered entrepreneurs, and 8.5 lakh government jobs over eight years.