The Central Government has brought the four Labour Codes into effect from 21 November 2025, marking a significant shift in India’s labour law framework.
Part 3 of the series focuses on the Code on Social Security, 2020, outlining key compliance obligations under the Code. It consolidates major social security laws relating to provident fund, employee state insurance, gratuity, maternity benefit, and employee compensation, while expanding coverage to include contract workers, gig workers, platform workers, and fixed-term employees.
The article also highlights the introduction of uniform definitions, broader coverage, and technology-driven compliance mechanisms, with practical guidance for non-profits navigating these changes.
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