Wadhwa’s Labour Code Diglot – Edition 2026 is an authoritative and comprehensive reference for India’s revamped labour law framework, presented in a bilingual (Diglot) format to ensure accessibility for a wide range of readers. This edition consolidates all four central Labour Codes—Code on Wages, Code on Industrial Relations, Code on Social Security, and Code on Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions—along with the latest amendments, notifications, and government rules applicable in 2026.

The diglot presentation, in both English and Hindi, makes it particularly useful for legal practitioners, government officers, HR professionals, labour law consultants, industrial relations managers, auditors, and students of law or management who need precise understanding and compliance guidance for India’s new labour legislation.

Comprehensive Coverage of Labour Codes

This edition provides in-depth coverage of all aspects of the four Labour Codes:

• Code on Wages (COW): Minimum wages, payment of wages, equal remuneration, deductions, and enforcement mechanisms.

• Industrial Relations Code (IRC): Trade union recognition, strikes, lockouts, dispute resolution, standing orders, and settlement procedures.

• Social Security Code (SSC): Provident fund, gratuity, employee insurance, maternity benefits, and social security schemes.

• Occupational Safety, Health & Working Conditions Code (OSHWC): Workplace safety, working hours, welfare provisions, hazardous processes, and health compliance.

The book also integrates important notifications, circulars, and clarifications to reflect real-time legal and regulatory changes, making it a complete, ready-to-use reference for day-to-day legal and HR operations.

Practical Utility

This diglot edition is particularly designed to assist:

• Legal professionals in litigation, advisory, and compliance matters related to labour laws.

• HR and industrial relations managers in drafting policies, contracts, and internal regulations.

• Government and labour department officials in inspection, audit, and enforcement procedures.

• Academicians and students preparing for exams in labour law, industrial relations, and public administration.

The bilingual format allows users to cross-reference provisions quickly, ensuring clarity in interpretation across jurisdictions and workplaces.

Key Features

• Complete consolidation of all four central Labour Codes in a single volume.

• Bilingual (English-Hindi) format for ease of understanding.

• Incorporates latest amendments, rules, and government notifications up to 2026.

• Clear, structured, and easy-to-reference layout for practical usage.

• Ideal for professionals, students, and organizations ensuring labour law compliance.

Wadhwa’s Labour Code Diglot – Edition 2026 is an indispensable guide for anyone seeking an authoritative, updated, and practical reference on India’s labour laws. From corporate compliance to legal practice, this edition equips readers with the knowledge and tools required to navigate the complexities of employment, wages, industrial relations, social security, and occupational safety effectively and lawfully.