India showcased the success of its labour reforms and social security initiatives at the International Labour Organization (ILO) Conference in Geneva, highlighting efforts to expand worker welfare, strengthen social security coverage, support gig and platform workers, and simplify labour regulations. The government said the reforms are helping create a more inclusive, secure and employment-oriented labour ecosystem while supporting economic growth.
Key Highlights Box
✅ India highlights labour reform achievements at ILO Conference in Geneva
✅ Focus on expanding social security coverage for workers
✅ Government showcases initiatives for gig and platform workers
✅ Labour reforms aimed at balancing worker welfare and economic growth
✅ e-Shram platform helping connect unorganised workers with welfare schemes
✅ India reiterates commitment to inclusive and sustainable employment
New Delhi, June 10 India highlighted the success of its labour reforms and expanding social security framework at the International Labour Organization (ILO) Conference in Geneva, showcasing the country’s efforts to improve worker welfare, employment opportunities and labour market efficiency.
Representatives of the Indian delegation informed global stakeholders that India has undertaken significant labour reforms aimed at simplifying labour laws, enhancing worker protection and expanding social security benefits to millions of workers across organised and unorganised sectors. The country emphasized that these reforms are supporting economic growth while ensuring adequate safeguards for workers.
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During the discussions, India highlighted initiatives focused on extending social security coverage to workers in the informal economy, including gig and platform workers who represent a rapidly growing segment of the workforce. The government noted that digital platforms such as e-Shram are helping create a comprehensive database of unorganised workers, enabling better access to welfare schemes, insurance benefits and employment opportunities.
The Indian delegation underlined that labour reforms are designed to promote ease of doing business, encourage formal employment and strengthen workplace safety standards. Officials stated that the reforms seek to create a balanced framework that supports both worker welfare and business competitiveness.
India also emphasized its commitment to gender-inclusive employment, skill development and universal social protection. The country reiterated that labour policies are being aligned with broader goals of sustainable economic development and inclusive growth.
The discussions at the conference also covered emerging challenges related to the future of work, platform economies, technological transformation and workforce adaptation. India stressed the importance of collaborative dialogue between governments, employers and workers to address these evolving challenges.
Officials highlighted that India’s labour reforms and welfare initiatives reflect the country’s commitment to creating a modern labour ecosystem capable of supporting economic expansion while ensuring social security and dignity for workers.
The International Labour Conference serves as the highest decision-making forum of the ILO and provides member countries with an opportunity to discuss labour standards, employment policies and social protection measures. India’s participation at the event reaffirmed its focus on strengthening worker welfare and expanding social security coverage as part of its long-term development agenda.
