Tamil Nadu govt asked for report on married women not being hired at Foxconn factory by Labour Minister.

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has recently requested a detailed report from the Tamil Nadu labour department regarding an issue that has been making headlines. According to reports, married women are allegedly being denied employment at the Foxconn India Apple iPhone Plant. In light of this, the labour ministry has taken a stand, citing Section 5 of the Equal Remuneration Act 1976 which clearly prohibits any form of discrimination based on gender during the recruitment process.

As per the statement released by the labour ministry, the state government is responsible for implementing and managing the regulations outlined in the Equal Remuneration Act. Therefore, the ministry has reached out to the state government to provide a comprehensive report on the matter. Additionally, the office of Regional Chief Labour Commissioner has been instructed to furnish a report to the Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India.

The ministry also acknowledged the widespread media coverage of the issue and assured that they are closely monitoring the situation. It is a matter of concern for the labour and employment ministry that married women are not being given an equal opportunity to work at the Foxconn India Apple iPhone Plant. The ministry has taken note of this and is determined to address the issue effectively.

The ministry's actions demonstrate their commitment to ensuring equal rights and opportunities for all workers, regardless of their gender. Discrimination of any kind is not tolerated and the ministry is taking necessary steps to uphold the principles of the Equal Remuneration Act. The report from the Tamil Nadu labour department and the Regional Chief Labour Commissioner will provide valuable insights and aid in resolving the matter at hand. The labour and employment ministry remains dedicated to promoting a fair and inclusive work environment for all.

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