Punjab’s assembly unanimously passed a bill for outsourced workers’ transition. Over 26,000 workers will move to direct contractual engagement after five years. Hazardous category workers qualify for this transition after three years of service. This legislation aims to end worker exploitation by eliminating middlemen and agency commissions. Eligible workers will receive benefits like PF, gratuity, and maternity leave. Punjab’s assembly unanimously passed a bill for outsourced workers’ transition. Over 26,000 workers will move to direct contractual engagement after five years. Hazardous category workers qualify for this transition after three years of service. This legislation aims to end worker exploitation by eliminating middlemen and agency commissions. Eligible workers will receive benefits like PF, gratuity, and maternity leave.
