India’s new Labour Codes, which replace 29 existing labour laws, are expected to significantly enhance worker welfare while extending formal protections to gig and platform workers for the first time. The four Codes introduce uniform wage rules, stronger safety standards and simplified compliance for employers across sectors.

Under the new framework, all workers will be entitled to minimum wages, salary credit by the 7th of every month, double wages for overtime and mandatory appointment letters. Workers will also receive free annual health check-ups, while Fixed Term Employees will become eligible for gratuity after one year of continuous service.

Women workers gain expanded rights, including equal pay, consent-based night shifts with enhanced safety measures, 26 weeks of paid maternity

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