Marginal increase in unemployment rate in May
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Summary
While the rural unemployment increased from 4.6% in April to 5.1% in May, the urban unemployment decreased marginally from 6.6% in April to 6.4% in May
Key Facts
Type Policy
Source The Hindu - Business
Published Monday, 15 June 2026
Affected Population ~500 million workers, 90% in informal sector
Key Numbers
4 Labour Codes consolidating 29 laws
EPFO: 28 crore subscribers
E-Shram: 30 crore unorganised workers registered
PMAY-U: 1.18 crore houses sanctioned
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right