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Appellate Authority in the case of mines for the purpose of OSH and WC Code 2020

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-19052026-272703) on 19 May 2026 (issued 14-May-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to establish a clear appellate authority for mines to ensure effective implementation and enforcement of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-19052026-272703
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
Related Code OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-05-14

Action Required

Employers in the mining sector must ensure they are aware of and comply with the appellate authority structure as per the OSH and WC Code 2020. They should update their internal policies and procedures to reflect the designated appellate authorities.

Target Roles:
Mine ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
Mining

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under section 129 of the OSH and WC Code 2020 for non-compliance

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020
  • Section 111(3) of the OSH and WC Code 2020

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to establish a clear appellate authority for mines to ensure effective implementation and enforcement of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has appointed the Director General of Mines Safety and Deputy Director General of Mines Safety as appellate authorities for mines under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020. This appointment is made in accordance with section 111(3) of the OSH and WC Code 2020, effective as of the gazette notification date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-19052026-272703)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 19-May-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-19052026-272703 about?
The purpose of this notification is to establish a clear appellate authority for mines to ensure effective implementation and enforcement of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions 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 OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-19052026-272703?
Employers in the mining sector must ensure they are aware of and comply with the appellate authority structure as per the OSH and WC Code 2020. They should update their internal policies and procedures to reflect the designated appellate authorities. The compliance deadline is 2026-05-14.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-19052026-272703?
This notification primarily targets Mine Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the Mining sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-19052026-272703?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under section 129 of the OSH and WC Code 2020 for non-compliance.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·