Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi founder Thol. Thirumavalavan, on Tuesday urged the State government to ensure implementation of Old Pension Scheme as promised by the DMK before the elections and said that Centre’s decision to change 44 workers’ welfare laws into four new Labour codes has snatched away workers’ rights.
Speaking to the reporters at Anna Arivalayam, Mr. Thirumavalavan said that the new codes has made sure that unorganised workers welfare unions will not be able to function as before. “I have urged the Chief Minister to push back against the four new Labour codes and pass a resolution in the State Assembly,” he said.
He added that several castes are being referred to in official documents with suffixes widely construed as disrespectful and urged the State Government to refer to castes with respect and dignity.
Published – July 08, 2025 11:30 pm IST