CJI Surya Kant Blames Trade Unions for Industrial Stagnation, Cites Closures
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News18•29-01-2026, 16:14
CJI Surya Kant Blames Trade Unions for Industrial Stagnation, Cites Closures
- •CJI Surya Kant flagged trade unionism as a major factor contributing to industrial stagnation and closure of units across India.
- •He criticized "flag-bearing unions" for resistance to work and aggressive leadership, impeding industrial development.
- •The CJI acknowledged labor exploitation but suggested alternative reforms like skill improvement over disruptive union practices.
- •During a PIL for domestic workers' welfare, the CJI expressed reluctance, fearing widespread litigation and unintended consequences of minimum wage mandates.
- •He identified employment agencies as primary exploiters of domestic workers, citing an instance where workers received less than half their agency-paid wages.
Why It Matters: CJI Surya Kant criticized trade unions for hindering industrial growth and highlighted exploitation by employment agencies.
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