Kerala govt. brings out draft notification revising minimum wages of employees in State’s private health sector
Official government notification — a formal executive order that operationalises policy decisions. Carries legal weight and specifies rules, dates, exemptions, or procedural requirements.
Summary
The proposed revised wages sits lower than the basic pay hike being demanded by a large section nurses in the State
Key Facts
Type Notification
Source The Hindu - National
Published Saturday, 7 March 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
Health budget: Rs 90,958 crore (2025-26)
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right