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Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-14022025-261056) on 14 February 2025, filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to bring transport services under the purview of public utility services, ensuring essential services are maintained and labour laws are strictly adhered to.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-14022025-261056
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 in the transport sector must review and comply with the labour regulations applicable to public utility services, including maintaining essential services and adhering to specific labour standards. This may involve updating employee contracts, service agreements, and operational protocols.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
TransportationLogisticsShipping

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, for non-compliance with public utility service regulations

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Industrial Disputes Act, 1947

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to bring transport services under the purview of public utility services, ensuring essential services are maintained and labour laws are strictly adhered to.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has declared passenger or goods transport by land or water as a public utility service through the Gazette Notification ID CG-DL-E-14022025-261056, dated 14-Feb-2025. This declaration implies that transport services will be subject to specific labour regulations and protections under Indian law.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-14022025-261056)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 14-Feb-2025.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-14022025-261056 about?
The purpose of this notification is to bring transport services under the purview of public utility services, ensuring essential services are maintained and labour laws are strictly adhered to.
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-14022025-261056?
Employers in the transport sector must review and comply with the labour regulations applicable to public utility services, including maintaining essential services and adhering to specific labour standards. This may involve updating employee contracts, service agreements, and operational protocols. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-14022025-261056?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the Transportation, Logistics, Shipping sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-14022025-261056?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, for non-compliance with public utility service regulations.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·