Pass resolution against new labour codes: VCK chief to CM
Speaking to the reporters at Anna Arivalayam, Mr. Thirumavalavan said that the new codes has made sure that unorganised workers welfare unions will not be able to function as before. 'I have urged the Chief Minister to push back against the four new Labour codes and pass a resolution in the State Assembly,' he said.
He added that several castes are being referred to in official documents with suffixes widely construed as disrespectful and urged the State Government to refer to castes with respect and dignity.
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