Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya addressed the need for coordinated efforts between the government and industry to tackle employment challenges during global crises, particularly in industrial clusters. Speaking at the CII Annual Business Summit, he noted the recent labour unrest in areas like Noida and Manesar, where workers protested against low wages and poor working conditions. Mandaviya called for a joint platform to assess the government's role in such crises and highlighted the importance of identifying sectors facing layoffs and unpaid wages.

In response to these issues, the government has directed all departments and public sector undertakings to ensure timely payments for contractual workers and to take action against agencies that fail to comply. Additionally, Mandaviya announced a new facility allowing Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) subscribers to withdraw up to 75% of their provident fund balance through ATMs while retaining 25% in their accounts. This initiative aims to enhance liquidity access for workers. Furthermore, he mentioned the PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY), which seeks to incentivize formal job creation by encouraging employers to hire and retain first-time job seekers.