Sikkim Govt Mandates Labour Card Registration: Employers to Face Rs 2,500 Fine for Non-Compliance
First Published: 10th February, 2025 21:29 IST
Employers will face a fine of Rs 2,500 per unregistered worker, and workers must carry their Labour ID cards for inspections.
The Sikkim government has made labour card registration mandatory for all workers in hotels, shops, and construction sites under the Labour Regulations of Employment Conditions of Services 2021.
In a press conference, Labour Secretary Ragul K announced that workers must register at Rangpo check posts or district labour offices. Employers will face a fine of Rs 2,500 per unregistered worker, and workers must carry their Labour ID cards for inspections.
With only 30,000 workers currently registered, authorities are urging others to comply to avoid penalties. The Labour Department has reported a surge in registrations following the announcement.
This initiative aims to enhance labour regulation, ensuring accountability and protection for workers across the state.
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