Gautam Buddha Nagar District Magistrate, Medha Roopam, led a meeting with outsourcing agencies and contractors linked to various industrial units. The meeting concluded that severe actions, such as blacklisting and license cancellation, would be enforced against agencies connected to any misconduct by their staff. The aim was to ensure strict adherence to government regulations in the district and uphold industrial harmony amidst ongoing labor-related issues.
Addressing the attendees, the District Magistrate highlighted the significant role outsourcing agencies and contractors play in industrial operations and job creation. She stressed the agencies’ responsibility to maintain discipline and order among their workforce. Emphasizing compliance with government norms, the DM cautioned that any worker misbehavior would be attributed to the respective agency, potentially leading to punitive measures like blacklisting and license revocation.
Referring to the state government’s stipulated minimum wage rates, the District Magistrate informed that unskilled workers should receive Rs 13,690 per month, semi-skilled workers Rs 15,059, and skilled workers Rs 16,868. Contractors were instructed to ensure prompt payment of these wages directly into workers’ bank accounts. Any violation of wage regulations or exploitation of laborers, she warned, would result in strict consequences.
Underlining the interconnectedness of industries, employers, and workers, she underscored the importance of smooth industrial operations for job security and worker welfare. Disruptions in industrial activities, she noted, negatively impact all stakeholders and impede regional development. The District Magistrate urged vigilance against misinformation, emphasizing cooperation and trust among stakeholders to preserve industrial peace.
