Corporate Compliance 7 September 2026
India's Labour Codes Overlook Climate Impact
India's new labour codes, effective Nov 21, 2025, include the Code on Wages and the Industrial Relations Code but ignore climate considerations, creating a blind spot that could worsen environmental damage and expose workers to climate‑related risks.
Key Points
- Labour codes (Code on Wages 2019, Industrial Relations Code) took effect 21 Nov 2025.
- No provisions address climate impacts on workers or industries.
- Experts warn the gap could increase environmental damage and health risks.
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