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Specifying Authority for service Notice of Retrenchment under section 70 (c) of IR Code 2020

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-09052026-272404) 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 provide clarity on the authority responsible for serving notice of retrenchment, thereby ensuring that employers follow the due process as mandated by the Industrial Relations Code, 2020.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-09052026-272404
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 must ensure that they serve the notice of retrenchment to the specified authority as per the notification, and maintain records of the same for future reference. Failure to comply may attract penalties under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
ManufacturingService SectorAll

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 71 of the Industrial Relations Code, 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Industrial Relations Code, 2020
  • Section 70 (c) of IR Code 2020

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to provide clarity on the authority responsible for serving notice of retrenchment, thereby ensuring that employers follow the due process as mandated by the Industrial Relations Code, 2020.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification specifying the authority for serving notice of retrenchment under section 70 (c) of the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. This notification aims to clarify the procedural requirements for employers intending to retrench workers, ensuring compliance with the statutory framework.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-09052026-272404)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 09-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272404 about?
The purpose of this notification is to provide clarity on the authority responsible for serving notice of retrenchment, thereby ensuring that employers follow the due process as mandated by 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-09052026-272404?
Employers must ensure that they serve the notice of retrenchment to the specified authority as per the notification, and maintain records of the same for future reference. Failure to comply may attract penalties under the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-09052026-272404?
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-09052026-272404?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 71 of the Industrial Relations Code, 2020.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·