Union Secretary of Labour & Employment, Ms. Vandana Gurnani, highlighted that the Codes rationalise 29 existing labour laws to simplify compliance and strengthen workers’ welfare. She emphasized the importance of early notification of Rules by States, adoption of digital platforms such as Shram Suvidha and Samadhan, capacity building through the V.V. Giri National Labour Institute (VVGNLI), and implementation of web-based inspection mechanisms.
The Goa conference provides a platform to:
- Deliberate on Rules and Regulations under the Labour Codes and identify gaps in implementation.
- Expedite statutory notifications and constitution of Boards and Funds.
- Formulate schemes aligned with the Labour Codes and ensure digital integration of IT systems for compliance monitoring.
- Promote capacity building of field-level functionaries and enhance awareness among States, UTs, and other stakeholders.
Sessions also focused on inclusion of gig, platform, contract, and outsourced workers under ESIC coverage, outreach under PMVBRY, and alignment with Shops and Establishments Acts to promote equity, safety, and social security for all workers.
Stakeholder Participation
Senior officers from the Ministry and representatives from various States and Union Territories actively participated, providing inputs and sharing best practices for effective Labour Code implementation. The conference is expected to strengthen collaboration between Centre and States for worker welfare and labour reforms nationwide.
The Regional Level Conference in Goa represents a significant step in India’s journey towards modernizing labour governance, enhancing transparency, and empowering workers across the country.