Lucknow, July 24 -- In a landmark decision aimed at empowering agricultural workers, the Uttar Pradesh government has significantly revised the minimum wage rates.
This historic move ensures that adult labourers engaged in agricultural activities across all districts will now receive a minimum daily wage of Rs 252, or Rs 6,552 per month.
The revised wage structure is set to benefit lakhs of workers involved not only in traditional farming but also in allied sectors such as animal husbandry, beekeeping, and poultry farming. By guaranteeing fair compensation, the government aims to provide greater financial security and a more dignified standard of living for rural labourers.
Dr. M.K. Shanmuga Sundaram, Principal Secretary of the Labour...