Know your fundamental rights as an Indian worker
A worker is not merely a force of production — a worker is the builder of the nation. Every worker in India is entitled to the following rights.
Every worker must receive the statutory minimum wage notified by the government for their sector and skill level.
Code on Wages, 2019A written appointment letter is proof of employment and is essential for PF, ESI, salary disputes and compensation claims.
Code on Wages, 2019Every worker has a right to an employer-issued identity card containing their name, designation and photo.
OSH Code, 2020Drinking water, toilets, rest rooms, safety equipment, proper light and ventilation — these are basic legal entitlements.
OSH Code, 2020Employees Provident Fund provides a retirement corpus, pension and emergency withdrawals for eligible workers.
EPF & MP Act, 1952Employees State Insurance provides free medical care, maternity benefit and accident benefit to insured workers and their families.
ESI Act, 1948Unorganised workers can register on E-Shram to access a national database, insurance and government schemes.
Govt. of India SchemeEligible workers and their families can receive cashless health cover of up to ₹5 lakh per year.
Ayushman Bharat PM-JAYMale and female workers must receive equal wages for equal work. Discrimination is prohibited.
Code on Wages, 2019Every workplace must have an Internal Complaints Committee to address sexual harassment.
POSH Act, 2013Workers injured at the workplace are entitled to compensation for injury, disability and loss of life.
Employees Compensation Act, 1923Standard working hours, weekly holidays and overtime wages are legally protected entitlements.
Factories Act, 1948Aadhaar Card
E-Shram Card
PF / UAN Number
ESI Card
Appointment Letter
Identity Card
Bank Passbook
Passport-size Photo
Call the BSSU Worker Helpline or register a complaint — we will stand with you.