In a significant move to streamline the transition toward modernized labor regulations, the Department of Labour, Poonch, organized a comprehensive workshop-cum-capacity building programme today. The session focused on the nuances of the four New Labour Codes slated for implementation.
The event, held at the Christ School Degwar, primarily targeted the education sector. Participants included School Principals of Private Schools in Zone Poonch, teachers, and administrative representatives from private educational institutions across the zone.
Key Highlights of the Programme
The workshop aimed to bridge the information gap regarding the shifting legal landscape of employment. Key areas of discussion included:
The Four Pillars: Detailed briefings on the Code on Wages, Social Security, Industrial Relations, and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSH).
Compliance for Schools: Specific focus on how these codes affect teaching & non-teaching staff, contractual employees, and the administrative responsibilities of school heads.
Rights and Welfare: Emphasis on enhanced social security benefits, including gratuity and insurance reforms that protect employees in the unorganized sector.
Collaborative Awareness
The programme emphasized that educational institutions are vital stakeholders in the labor ecosystem. By training principals and teachers, the department aims to ensure that the workforce within the education sector—ranging from support staff to specialized educators—is well-protected under the new statutory provisions.
The session concluded with an interactive Q&A segment, where school representatives raised queries regarding the “Definition of Wages” and the impact of the new codes on existing employment contracts and seasonal staff.
Looking Ahead
The Labour Department announced plans to continue this outreach by holding similar sessions for the construction sector and local trade unions in the coming weeks to ensure district-wide readiness and compliance.
