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Power of delegation under section 100 of the Industrial Relations Code 2020

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-09052026-272360) on 9 May 2026 (issued 08-May-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to empower delegated authorities to effectively handle lay-offs, retrenchments, and closures as per the provisions of the Industrial Relations Code 2020.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-09052026-272360
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 review their existing policies and procedures related to lay-offs, retrenchments, and closures to ensure compliance with the delegated powers under section 100 of the Industrial Relations Code 2020. They must also update their internal processes to reflect the changes brought about by this notification.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
ManufacturingService SectorAll

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under section 112 of the Industrial Relations Code 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Industrial Relations Code 2020
  • Section 100 of the Industrial Relations Code 2020

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to empower delegated authorities to effectively handle lay-offs, retrenchments, and closures as per the provisions of the Industrial Relations Code 2020.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a notification under the Industrial Relations Code 2020, regarding the power of delegation under section 100, which pertains to lay-offs, retrenchments, and closures. This notification aims to clarify the delegation of powers to facilitate smoother implementation of the Code's provisions related to employment termination.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-09052026-272360)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 09-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272360 about?
The purpose of this notification is to empower delegated authorities to effectively handle lay-offs, retrenchments, and closures as per the provisions 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-09052026-272360?
Employers and HR departments must review their existing policies and procedures related to lay-offs, retrenchments, and closures to ensure compliance with the delegated powers under section 100 of the Industrial Relations Code 2020. They must also update their internal processes to reflect the changes brought about by this notification. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272360?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the Manufacturing, Service Sector, All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272360?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under section 112 of the Industrial Relations Code 2020.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·