CJI Surya Kant Blames Trade Unions for Halting Industrial Growth

• CJI Surya Kant stated that trade unions are largely responsible for hindering India's industrial growth.
• He questioned the number of industrial units closed due to union activities, emphasizing their role in stopping growth.
• The Supreme Court bench was hearing a PIL seeking minimum wage protection for domestic workers.
• CJI Kant expressed concerns that extending such regulations could lead to widespread litigation and unintended consequences like reduced employment.
• The court declined the petition, noting that directing law-making is outside its judicial role, suggesting states examine the grievances.

Why It Matters: CJI Surya Kant criticized trade unions for impeding industrial growth while declining a PIL for domestic worker wages.