Domestic workers in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India, protested on April 14, demanding higher salaries and better working conditions, as they feel excluded from minimum wage protections. While the Code on Wages 2019 allows state governments to set minimum wages, enforcement remains inconsistent, leaving many workers vulnerable. States like Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Karnataka have included domestic work under minimum wage schedules, but many others have not. The Supreme Court of India has acknowledged the need for legal protections for domestic workers but has refrained from imposing a uniform minimum wage across the country, urging states to consider their policies instead. This has created a grey area in which domestic work is recognized but not fully regulated. Factors complicating the establishment of a legal framework include the private nature of domestic work, the fragmented employment structure, and the federal nature of labor laws. While some agencies and platforms aim to improve conditions for domestic workers, they still do not guarantee minimum wages, leaving many workers without formal contracts or protections. The outcome of the Noida protests may influence future discussions on the rights of domestic workers in India.