Special Report: New Labor Codes Permitting Women's Night Shifts Spark Safety Debate

On this Special Report, the focus is on the new labor codes allowing women to work night shifts in India. The discussion explores whether this policy ensures empowerment or increases safety risks. A key point raised is that while the laws mandate employer-led safety measures like transport and security, the implementation remains a challenge. The panel debates the gap between written codes and the reality of street safety, emphasizing that economic participation requires structural protection. The programme also highlights the surge in rural female labor force participation and the need for functional safety nets beyond corporate campuses.