Venkatesh B. Athreya

Venkatesh B. Athreya, an economist and former head of department at Bharathidhasan University, dives into India's newly enacted labour codes that aim to consolidate 29 laws into four. He discusses the protests from trade unions claiming that these codes undermine worker rights and exclude many individuals from protections. Athreya traces the historical roots of these laws, critiques the neoliberal policies since 1991, and highlights the implications of reduced worker power and safety. He predicts potential mobilization as workers unite against these changes.