Migrant workers, vital to the Indian economy, face poverty, no social security, and poor living conditions, which worsened during COVID-19. Despite laws like the Inter-State Migrant Workmen Act, implementation lags. The solution lies in robust legal frameworks, tech like ONORC and e-Shram, and a National Migrant Labour Policy for their rights and dignity.
Click to View MoreThe Ministry of Labour & Employment has registered over 30.95 crore unorganised workers on the eShram portal, linking with Aadhaar. The platform allows workers to self-declare their occupation, address, educational qualifications, skill sets, and family details. Successful registration grants them a 12 digit unique Universal Account Number (UAN) e-Shram Card.
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