Maharashtra
Labour CodeDraft notification of the Maharashtra Industrial Relations Rules, 2026
Maharashtra published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: maharashtra-draft-notification-of-the-maharashtra-industrial-relations-rules-2026) on 2026-04-28, filed under Labour Code. The purpose of this notification is to establish a set of rules to promote harmonious industrial relations, resolve disputes, and ensure fair labour practices in the state of Maharashtra.
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| Gazette ID | maharashtra-draft-notification-of-the-maharashtra-industrial-relations-rules-2026 |
| Category | Labour Code |
Action Required
Employers and HR departments in Maharashtra must review the draft rules and provide feedback to the government, and later comply with the finalized rules once they come into effect. They should also be prepared to implement any necessary changes to their industrial relations practices.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- The Industrial Relations Code, 2020
- Maharashtra Industrial Relations Rules, 2026
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers and HR departments in Maharashtra must review the draft rules and provide feedback to the government, and later comply with the finalized rules once they come into effect. They should also be prepared to implement any necessary changes to their industrial relations practices. |
Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to establish a set of rules to promote harmonious industrial relations, resolve disputes, and ensure fair labour practices in the state of Maharashtra.
Summary
The Maharashtra government has issued a draft notification of the Maharashtra Industrial Relations Rules, 2026, which aims to regulate industrial relations in the state. This draft notification is part of the implementation of the Labour Code and seeks to provide a framework for employer-employee relationships in Maharashtra.