The Indian government has introduced revised instructions aimed at ensuring timely wage payments to contract workers employed in various central ministries, departments, and public sector enterprises. These instructions align with the new Labour Codes set to take effect in November 2025. Key provisions include mandatory electronic payments and strict timelines for wage disbursement: daily wages must be paid at the end of the shift, weekly wages before the weekly holiday, fortnightly wages within two days after the period, and monthly wages within seven days of the following month. Failure to comply could lead to penalties, including blacklisting of contractors. The order emphasizes that principal employers must ensure timely payments and may need to directly compensate workers if contractors default. This initiative comes in response to recent labor unrest in industrial hubs across India, highlighting the government's commitment to uphold workers' rights and ensure compliance with labor regulations.