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Delegation of power of Central Government to RLCs under section 59(1) for issue of Recovery Certificate under the Industrial Relations Code 2020

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-08052026-272343) on 8 May 2026, filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to empower Regional Labour Commissioners to issue Recovery Certificates, thereby facilitating the effective implementation of the Industrial Relations Code 2020.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-08052026-272343
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
Related Code Industrial Relations Code, 2020
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers and HR departments must ensure compliance with the Industrial Relations Code 2020 and cooperate with Regional Labour Commissioners in the issuance of Recovery Certificates. They should also review their internal processes to align with the delegated powers of RLCs.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
AllManufacturingService Sector

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 60 of the Industrial Relations Code 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Industrial Relations Code 2020
  • Section 59(1)

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to empower Regional Labour Commissioners to issue Recovery Certificates, thereby facilitating the effective implementation of the Industrial Relations Code 2020.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification delegating the power of the Central Government to Regional Labour Commissioners (RLCs) under section 59(1) of the Industrial Relations Code 2020, enabling them to issue Recovery Certificates. This delegation aims to streamline and expedite the process of issuing Recovery Certificates, enhancing the efficiency of labour dispute resolution mechanisms.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-08052026-272343)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 08-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272343 about?
The purpose of this notification is to empower Regional Labour Commissioners to issue Recovery Certificates, thereby facilitating the effective implementation of the Industrial Relations Code 2020.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official gazette PDF is published on egazette.gov.in. An archived copy is also available for download directly from this page, in case the official portal is temporarily unavailable.
Which Labour Code does this notification relate to?
This notification relates to the Industrial Relations Code, 2020.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272343?
Employers and HR departments must ensure compliance with the Industrial Relations Code 2020 and cooperate with Regional Labour Commissioners in the issuance of Recovery Certificates. They should also review their internal processes to align with the delegated powers of RLCs. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272343?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All, Manufacturing, Service Sector sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-08052026-272343?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 60 of the Industrial Relations Code 2020.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·