Labour Welfare

Tamil Nadu Falters on E-Shram Registrations for Unorganised Workers

New figures from the Union government paint a concerning picture for Tamil Nadu’s unorganised labor force: the state has fallen significantly short of its e-Shram registration targets. As of early August, less than 50% of the intended 2.17 crore workers have been enrolled on the portal, which provides crucial access to social security benefits like medical cover and accidental insurance. This sluggish progress raises questions about outreach efforts and the welfare of millions in the informal sector. [8]