19th July 2026: Awareness session on New Labour Codes by Adv Pooja from Dhwani, organised by Garment Labour Union, Peenya, Bengaluru.

An awareness session on the New Labour Codes was conducted for around 45 women labourers of the Garment Labour Union which works for the rights and entitlements of the women workers from the labour communtiy.

The session was facilitated by Adv Pooja from Dhwani Legal Trust, with the objective of helping garment workers understand their legal rights and entitlements under the evolving labour law framework.

The session covered important topics including Provident Fund (PF), gratuity, bonus, retrenchment provisions, and compensation benefits. The participants were informed about the purpose of these provisions, eligibility criteria, and the importance of maintaining awareness of their workplace rights. The discussion also highlighted the responsibilities of employers and the protections available to workers in cases of employment-related concerns.

The session provided a valuable platform for garment workers to understand labour laws and strengthen their ability to access workplace benefits and protections. The initiative contributed to building awareness, confidence, and collective understanding among women workers regarding their legal rights and entitlements.

The session was interactive, with participants actively engaging and seeking clarifications on issues affecting them in their workplaces. Women workers raised questions related to eligibility for benefits, claiming their dues, termination of employment, and the support available when their rights are not upheld.