Lecture on Labour Codes: Challenges and Prospects

On the 26^th  of September, 2020, the Social Work Students Association organised a lecture on Labour Codes: Challenges and Prospects. The session began with the emcee, Ms. Nadiya welcoming the speaker, Sr. Adv. S Balan, High court Advocate,Trade Union Leader, on behalf of the association.

Ms. Aparajitha of II MSW sang a prayer song to invoke God’s blessings. Ms. Shikha Swaraj, General Secretary of SWSA gave the welcome address. Ms. Roopika of II MSW took over as the moderator for the session. She introduced the guest, Sr. Adv. S Balan, High Court Advocate and Trade Union leader.

Sr. Adv. S Balan addressed the gathering on the theme, Labour Codes: Challenges and Prospects (with reference to the recent policies declared by the central government). He talked about the history of workers and how the workers have contributed in developing the nation. However, the individual development of the workers was still lacking, be it economic, political or social. He also highlighted the fact that only 6 per cent of the labour force is legally protected and the rest are still suffering. He talked about the labour force being the backbone of our nation and that we fail to give them the respect and rights that they deserve. He explained the condition of Indian labour by quoting examples from many countries.

After his lecture, he addressed all the questions posed by the students.  This was followed by the concluding remarks given by Prof. Y J Rajendra. The session ended with the vote of thanks by Tenzin Noryang of I BSW.