New Delhi May 8 (IANS) The Centre has approved Delhi government s amendment to law for increased punishment for employers not paying minimum wages to workers Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said on Tuesday.
The Minimum Wages (Delhi) Amendment Act 2017 was passed by the Delhi Assembly on August 10 2017. It got the President s assent on April 23 according to a gazette notification.
The amendment among others ensures a punishment of three-year imprisonment or Rs 50 000 fine or both to erring employers instead of jail term that could extend to six months or a fine that could extend to Rs 500 or both earlier.
"Finally the central government gives its approval after several months. This will act as a strong deterrent for employers who do not pay full minimum wages. The Delhi government will take strong action against such people " Kejriwal said in a tweet.
"Another big victory for workers rights. After a two-and-a-half years struggle tough law made against those who do not pay minimum wages " Delhi Labour Minister Gopal Rai said in a tweet.
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