New Delhi, Dec. 12 -- The government has clarified that the recently introduced Labour Codes will not reduce take-home salaries, as PF deductions will continue to follow the Rs.15,000 wage ceiling, with additional contributions being optional.

In a post on the social media platform X, the Ministry of Labour and Employment informed, "The new Labour Codes do not reduce take-home pay if PF deduction is on the statutory wage ceiling. PF deductions remain based on the wage ceiling of Rs.15,000 and contributions beyond this limit are voluntary, not mandatory."

Since the Labour Codes were announced last month, concerns have arisen regarding a reduction in net salary, as the new rule requires that basic pay and related components comprise at le...