The Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India organised an extensive workshop in Indore, Madhya Pradesh to enhance awareness and understanding about labour codes, compliance requirements, and social security provisions for employers, HR, Legal and Finance professionals.
On November 3rd, 2026, the Ministry of Labour & Employment (MoLE), Government of India (GoI) and the Labour Department of Madhya Pradesh collaborated with Association of Industries Madhya Pradesh and Pithampur Audhyogik Sangathan to conduct a District Level Capacity-Building and Awareness Programme, ‘Shram Samvad’. The event took place in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The programme aimed at enhancing awareness among employers, HR, Legal and Finance professionals regarding the Labour Codes and rules made thereunder.
The primary focus was on strengthening awareness and institutional capacity on labour reforms, welfare and social protection, promoting Centre-State coordination and stakeholder engagement. Sushri Sheetala Patle, IAS, Labour Commissioner, Madhya Pradesh presided over the programme.
During the workshop, various sessions were conducted by officials from MoLE, focusing on the key compliance requirements for employers under each of the four Labour Codes and Central Rules notified under the Labour Codes. The sessions provided practical guidance on statutory obligations and compliance responsibilities, enabling participants to better understand the operational aspects of the new labour codes.
Representatives from Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) and Directorate General Labour Welfare (DGLW) also led sessions on Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY) and Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan (PM-SYM) Scheme, respectively. To facilitate the employers and compliance professionals in effective implementation of the Labour Codes and Rules, ‘Handbook of Compliance for Employers’ and ‘Compilation of Frequently Asked Questions’ developed by MoLE were also shared with the participants.
An engaging Question and Answer session was also held, enabling participants to address their queries and gain greater clarity on the Labour Codes, compliance requirements, and social security provisions. By bringing together Central Government and State Government authorities and industry representatives, the event contributed to enhanced awareness, improved understanding, and stronger stakeholder engagement, thereby supporting the effective adoption and implementation of the New Labour Codes.
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