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PUS IRON AND STEEL

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-19082025-265500) on 19 August 2025 (issued 14-Aug-2025), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to regulate the iron and steel industry by declaring it a public utility service, thereby ensuring uninterrupted essential services to the public.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-19082025-265500
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 iron and steel industry must review and comply with the labour regulations applicable to public utility services, including maintaining essential services and potentially negotiating with unions under the Industrial Disputes Act. They should also ensure adherence to any specific conditions or restrictions imposed by this declaration.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
ManufacturingIron and Steel

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 regulate the iron and steel industry by declaring it a public utility service, thereby ensuring uninterrupted essential services to the public.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification declaring the iron and steel industry as a public utility service, which may impact labour laws and regulations applicable to this sector. This declaration is expected to bring the industry under the purview of stricter labour regulations and potential essential services maintenance laws.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-19082025-265500)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 19-Aug-2025.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-19082025-265500 about?
The purpose of this notification is to regulate the iron and steel industry by declaring it a public utility service, thereby ensuring uninterrupted essential services to the public.
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-19082025-265500?
Employers in the iron and steel industry must review and comply with the labour regulations applicable to public utility services, including maintaining essential services and potentially negotiating with unions under the Industrial Disputes Act. They should also ensure adherence to any specific conditions or restrictions imposed by this declaration. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-19082025-265500?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the Manufacturing, Iron and Steel sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-19082025-265500?
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 ·