Sat Sep 28 03:04:45 UTC 2024: ## India Raises Minimum Wages for Central Sphere and Delhi
**New Delhi, India -** Effective October 1st, minimum wages for workers in India’s central sphere and the national capital territory of Delhi have been increased, according to announcements from both jurisdictions.
The central sphere, which encompasses businesses under the national government’s authority, including railways, mines, oil fields, major ports, and government-established corporations, will see minimum wages rise from 449 to 1,028 Indian rupees (US$5.40 to US$12.30) per day, excluding piecework-based wages.
The national capital territory of Delhi also announced an increase in its minimum wage, though specific details were not provided in the available text.
The Ministry of Labour and Employment, through the Office of the Chief Labour Commissioner, issued the order detailing the central sphere wage increase on September 25th. This upward adjustment aims to improve the standard of living for workers within these sectors.
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