Chennai, Dec. 19 -- Independence labour laws with four consolidated labour codes, saying the reforms were designed to strengthen India's workforce and support long-term economic growth. He said the labour force would be a central pillar as India marks 100 years of Independence in the year 2047. With more than 40 crore workers engaged in manual labour, wage work and nation-building activities, Mandaviya said the government views workers as a priority segment that directly contributes to shaping the country's future.
According to the Minister, successive governments failed to substantially improve labour welfare or create conditions that allowed industries to grow at scale. Highlighting the link between industrial growth and employment gener...