New Delhi, Nov 23 (LatestNewsX) – Trade Union Co‑ordination Committee (TUCC) National General Secretary Sheo Prasad Tiwari welcomed the new labour codes as a milestone that finally brings India up to pace with global worker protections.
During a sit‑down with LatestNewsX, Tiwari highlighted key features such as time‑bound minimum wages, Equal Pay for women, night‑shift permissions, broader social security coverage for over 40 crore workers, double wages for overtime, and complimentary health check‑ups for anyone over 40. He said these measures show the government’s commitment to elevating worker dignity and putting an end to exploitation.
Below is a condensed version of his interview:
LatestNewsX: Do you view the time‑bound guarantee of minimum wages in the new labour laws as a historic step, and does it represent the first major change to curb labour exploitation?
Sheo Prasad Tiwari: This law is a landmark in India’s labour history that long overdue. With it in force, we wholeheartedly welcome its impact. It will uplift workers’ living standards and help curb exploitation.
LatestNewsX: With provisions for Equal Pay for women, ending gender discrimination, and authorising night shifts, do you believe these reforms will significantly boost women’s workforce participation?
Sheo Prasad Tiwari: Absolutely. Women in India must enjoy rights equal to those in developed nations. As girls study, become engineers or pilots, the pay parity and night‑shift allowances are vital and warmly received reforms.
LatestNewsX: Extending social security to more than 40 crore workers, do you see this as evidence of prime minister Modi’s commitment to ensuring safety and dignity for all workers in the country?
Sheo Prasad Tiwari: The government’s intention is crystal clear. Extending social security to nearly 44 crore workers—both organised and unorganised—is a major move and demonstrates PM Modi’s dedication to protecting workers’ interests.
LatestNewsX: The double‑wage clause for overtime and free health check‑ups for those over 40—do these illustrate that the Modi government prioritises workers’ dignity and quality of life?
Sheo Prasad Tiwari: Yes, absolutely. These are commendable steps. Free health check‑ups after the age of 40 and double pay for overtime strengthen both dignity and safety, a rare global practice that India has adopted.
LatestNewsX: The Modi government describes the new labour codes as the dawn of a ‘new era of worker justice and worker dignity’. Do you think these reforms will put India on par with—or even ahead of—global labour standards?
Sheo Prasad Tiwari: Certainly. These changes will transform India’s ‘World of Work’, bringing striking improvements to the manufacturing and unorganised sectors. I’m confident India will not only match global standards but in many respects will surpass them.
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