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Our priority is dignity of labour, says PM Modi

| | Sep 01, 2016, at 06:43 pm
New Delhi, Sept 1 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who on Thursday announced a 42 percent increase in minimum wages of labourers and farmers, said every labour must enjoy the fruit of India's success.

"Dignity of labour is an article of faith for us. Our hardworking farmer & industrious worker should have access to the fruits of progress," he said.

"More wages, more prosperity & wings to those who toil day and night for the nation’s progress. #TransformingIndia,' the prime Minister tweeted.

"A 42% increase in minimum wages & for the 1st time, a simultaneous increase in agriculture & non-agricultural sectors. #TransformingIndia," he added.

 

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