India's Progress in Employment and Social Protection at the 113th International Labour Conference
Union Minister of Labour & Employment Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya highlighted India's significant achievements in employment and social protection during the 113th International Labour Conference in Geneva. The unemployment rate has dropped from 6% in 2017 to 3.2% in 2024, with over 7.5 crore jobs created in the formal sector. The National Career Service portal is facilitating international job mobility, while over 300 million unorganised workers are registered on the e-Shram portal. India's social protection coverage has increased from 24.4% in 2019 to 64.3% in 2025, benefiting around 940 million people. Mandaviya emphasized the need for balanced worker protection standards and consideration of country diversities in global policies.
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