A faux message claiming that the central authorities had ordered a minimal wage of Rs 20,000 for all staff was circulated, officers mentioned. The misinformation reportedly originated in Haryana and later unfold throughout the NCR area.

Officers mentioned a gathering was held yesterday with either side concerned within the matter. Employees raised issues over rising inflation, stating that whereas the price of dwelling has elevated considerably, wages have remained unchanged.

Authorities famous that earlier a flat wage fee was relevant throughout the state, regardless of various dwelling prices in several areas. A committee has now beneficial a revised construction with three wage classes, together with a separate slab for Noida and Ghaziabad, and one other for different districts.

Officers added that the purpose is to guard each staff and industries, and efforts are underway to discover a balanced resolution in order that neither facet is adversely affected. Employees additionally conveyed that they need to proceed working.

The federal government has elevated minimal wage charges, whereas firms have been given discretion to resolve extra pay for his or her staff.

Inputs by Arun Tyagi