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Notification on revising the fair wages of motor transport workers in the state under the Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Payment of Fare Wages) Act, 1971

Kerala published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: kerala-notification-on-revising-the-fair-wages-of-motor-transport-workers-in-the-state-under-the-kerala-motor-transport-workers-pa) on 2026-06-18, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to protect the interests of motor transport workers in Kerala by ensuring they receive fair wages, thereby promoting social and economic justice.

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Gazette ID kerala-notification-on-revising-the-fair-wages-of-motor-transport-workers-in-the-state-under-the-kerala-motor-transport-workers-pa
Category Labour Code
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2026-06-18

Action Required

Employers of motor transport workers in Kerala must revise the wages of their workers according to the revised fair wage rates to ensure compliance with the Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Payment of Fare Wages) Act, 1971. They must also maintain proper records of the revised wages and ensure timely payment to their workers.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
Transportation

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under the Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Payment of Fare Wages) Act, 1971, which may include fines and imprisonment for non-compliance

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Payment of Fare Wages) Act, 1971

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers of motor transport workers in Kerala must revise the wages of their workers according to the revised fair wage rates to ensure compliance with the Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Payment of Fare Wages) Act, 1971. They must also maintain proper records of the revised wages and ensure timely payment to their workers.
Compliance Deadline
Statutory PenaltyPenalty under the Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Payment of Fare Wages) Act, 1971, which may include fines and imprisonment for non-compliance

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to protect the interests of motor transport workers in Kerala by ensuring they receive fair wages, thereby promoting social and economic justice.

Summary

The Kerala government has issued a notification revising the fair wages of motor transport workers in the state under the Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Payment of Fare Wages) Act, 1971. This revision aims to ensure that motor transport workers receive fair compensation for their work, aligning with the state's labour laws and regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (kerala-notification-on-revising-the-fair-wages-of-motor-transport-workers-in-the-state-under-the-kerala-motor-transport-workers-pa)?
Kerala issued this notification, published on 2026-06-18.
What is Gazette Notification kerala-notification-on-revising-the-fair-wages-of-motor-transport-workers-in-the-state-under-the-kerala-motor-transport-workers-pa about?
The purpose of this notification is to protect the interests of motor transport workers in Kerala by ensuring they receive fair wages, thereby promoting social and economic justice.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official notification is published by the respective State Government and is linked directly from this page for your reference and download.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification kerala-notification-on-revising-the-fair-wages-of-motor-transport-workers-in-the-state-under-the-kerala-motor-transport-workers-pa?
Employers of motor transport workers in Kerala must revise the wages of their workers according to the revised fair wage rates to ensure compliance with the Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Payment of Fare Wages) Act, 1971. They must also maintain proper records of the revised wages and ensure timely payment to their workers. The compliance deadline is 2026-06-18.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification kerala-notification-on-revising-the-fair-wages-of-motor-transport-workers-in-the-state-under-the-kerala-motor-transport-workers-pa?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the Transportation sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification kerala-notification-on-revising-the-fair-wages-of-motor-transport-workers-in-the-state-under-the-kerala-motor-transport-workers-pa?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under the Kerala Motor Transport Workers (Payment of Fare Wages) Act, 1971, which may include fines and imprisonment for non-compliance.