Tamil Nadu assembly passes Bill allowing 12-hour work days, DMK allies

Tamil Nadu assembly passes Bill allowing 12-hour work days, DMK allies: The passage of the Factories (Amendment) Act 2023 in the Tamil Nadu Assembly, which provides for flexible work hours for employees in factories, is reportedly facing opposition from political parties, including DMK allies. The Act’s provisions to increase the necessary working hours from 8 to 12 hours have been the main source of dispute among opponents, who have expressed worries about worker welfare, safety, and work-life balance.

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The Industries Minister Thangam Thennarasu stated that the total working hours would remain unchanged. However, workers would have the option to work four days a week and take three days off, which could benefit women workers.

The Labour Welfare Minister C V Ganesan also mentioned that the three days off would be paid leave, and the existing rules regarding leaves, overtime, and salaries would remain the same. The government would take action against any factories that forced their employees to work against their will.