Ministry of Labour and Employment

Notification under subrule 1 of Rule 141 of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions(Central) Rules, 2026

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-JH-E-09072026-274298) on 9 July 2026 (issued 06-Jul-2026), filed under Extra Ordinary. The purpose of this notification is to prescribe and enforce stricter occupational safety and health measures in workplaces across India, ensuring a safer working environment for employees.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-JH-E-09072026-274298
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (i)
Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-12-31

Action Required

Employers must review and update their occupational safety and health policies to comply with the amended rules, and ensure that all employees are adequately trained and equipped to work safely. They must also maintain accurate records of compliance and be prepared for inspections.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployerSafety Officer
Industries Impacted:
ManufacturingMiningConstructionAll

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 38 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026
  • Rule 141

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to prescribe and enforce stricter occupational safety and health measures in workplaces across India, ensuring a safer working environment for employees.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a notification under subrule 1 of Rule 141 of Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (Central) Rules, 2026, aiming to enhance workplace safety and health standards. This notification is expected to impact various industries, particularly those with high-risk working conditions, and employers must ensure compliance to avoid statutory penalties.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-JH-E-09072026-274298)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 09-Jul-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-09072026-274298 about?
The purpose of this notification is to prescribe and enforce stricter occupational safety and health measures in workplaces across India, ensuring a safer working environment for employees.
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.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-09072026-274298?
Employers must review and update their occupational safety and health policies to comply with the amended rules, and ensure that all employees are adequately trained and equipped to work safely. They must also maintain accurate records of compliance and be prepared for inspections. The compliance deadline is 2026-12-31.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-09072026-274298?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer, Safety Officer across the Manufacturing, Mining, Construction, All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-09072026-274298?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 38 of the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·