Big step by Central Government: Minimum wage rates increased for unorganized workers! increased to 26,910
Central government : In a significant step to support workers, especially those in the unorganized sector, the Central Government has revised the Variable Dearness Allowance (VDA), resulting in an increase in the minimum wage rates. The Ministry of Labor and Employment said in a release on Thursday that the adjustment is aimed at helping workers cope with the rising cost of living.
The new pay rates will be effective from October 1, 2024
The revised pay rates will be effective from October 1, 2024, with the last adjustment made in April 2024. Workers engaged in various sectors including building construction, loading and unloading, watch and ward, cleaning, sanitation, housekeeping, mining and agriculture will benefit from the new rates.
Minimum wage rates are classified on the basis of skill level (unskilled, semi-skilled, skilled and highly skilled) and geographical areas (A, B and C). The updated minimum wage rates for Zone “A” are as follows:
unskilled workers: Rs 783 per day (Rs 20,358 per month)
semi-skilled workers: Rs 868 per day (Rs 22,568 per month)
Skilled Labor and Clerical Posts: Rs 954 per day (Rs 24,804 per month)
Surveillance with highly skilled workers and weapons: Rupee. Rs 1,035 per day (Rs 26,910 per month)
The central government revises the VDA twice a year, from April 1 and October 1, based on the six-month average increase in the consumer price index for industrial workers. Detailed information regarding minimum wage rates as per sector, categories and areas is available on the website of Chief Labor Commissioner (Central) clc.gov.in.
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