India to Roll Out Four Labour Codes in April: Major Reforms Expected

• Centre finalises rules for four labour codes, likely to be implemented by April.
• Codes consolidate 44 central labour laws into 29 provisions, streamlining regulations.
• Key changes include expanded social security, mandatory health check-ups for workers over 40, and statutory minimum wages.
• New framework caps working hours at 8-12 hours daily (48 hours weekly) and allows bonus eligibility after 30 days.
• Women can work night shifts and in all employment categories with consent and safety provisions; ESIC mandatory for hazardous occupations.