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actArchiveTuesday, 30 December 2008

Unorganised Workers' Social Security Act, 2008

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Summary
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Key Facts
TypeAct
SourceHistorical Record
PublishedTuesday, 30 December 2008
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
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
Key Authorities
Ministry of Labour & EmploymentEPFOESICMinistry of Social Justice & EmpowermentNITI Aayog
Key Stakeholders
WorkersTrade UnionsEmployersBPL FamiliesSenior CitizensPersons with Disabilities
Government Context
UPA ICongress-led UPA
Centre-Left
LeftCentreRight
Amendment History
21 changes recorded for this policy.
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Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_urban_development
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_tourism
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_tribal_affairs
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_niti_aayog
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_steel
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
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Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_pm_speech
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_youth_affairs_and_sports
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_upsc
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_eac_pm
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
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Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_special_service_and_features
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
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Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_national_security_council_secretariat
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_office_of_principal_scientific_advisor_to_goi
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_national_human_rights_commission
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_lokpal_of_india
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib_ifsc_authority
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH -SHRAM PORTAL
DescriptionMonday, 20 July 2026via pib
Provided social security framework for unorganised sector workers covering life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. Established National and State Social Security Boards.
Government of India press release: SOCIAL SECURITY FOR UNORGANISED WORKERS THROUGH E-SHRAM PORTAL
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