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Delhi CM Atishi Boosts Minimum Wages, Challenges BJP States

Delhi Chief Minister Atishi announced significant increases in minimum wage rates for unskilled workers and semi-skilled workers, effective from October 1, 2024.

New Minimum Wage Rates in Delhi

Unskilled workers: Increased from ₹17,494 to ₹18,066
Semi-skilled workers: Raised from ₹19,279 to ₹19,929
Skilled workers: Elevated from ₹21,215 to ₹21,917
New rates effective from October 1, 2024
Aim to provide relief from inflation ahead of the festive season
Delhi government claims to offer the highest minimum wages in India
Wages to be revised every two years, similar to Dearness Allowance for government employees

Comparison with BJP-ruled States

CM Atishi presented data comparing Delhi's minimum wages with BJP-governed states:
- Delhi: ₹18,066 for unskilled workers
- Rajasthan: ₹8,063
- Madhya Pradesh: ₹10,000
- Uttar Pradesh: ₹8,300
- Haryana: ₹10,000
- Chhattisgarh: ₹10,900
Atishi criticized BJP-ruled states for having minimum wages "half of what it is in Delhi"
Emphasized AAP government's commitment to improving workers' living standards

Historical Context and Political Implications

Atishi credited former CM Arvind Kejriwal for implementing highest minimum wages in the country
Recounted struggles since 2016-2017 to increase minimum wages, facing opposition from BJP
AAP government obtained court order to increase minimum wages despite BJP's opposition
Atishi assumed CM role on September 22, following Kejriwal's resignation on September 17
Symbolically placed empty chair beside her, dedicating it to Kejriwal
Arvind Kejriwal, recently released from Tihar jail, stated he would return to office only with a renewed mandate in upcoming 2025 assembly elections

Reactions and Criticisms

Atishi highlighted AAP government's initiatives for Delhi residents:
- 24-hour electricity
- Cheapest electricity in the country
- Excellent government schools
- Free tests and medicines in Mohalla Clinics
- World-class hospitals with free treatment
- Free pilgrimages for the elderly
- Free bus travel for women

BJP's response:

- Delhi BJP General Secretary Yogendra Chandolia called the announcement a "sham" and "election gimmick"
- Accused Delhi government and MCD of not ensuring minimum wages for thousands of contract workers
- Alleged corruption due to collusion between contractors and the government
BJP challenged CM to ensure all contractual employees receive 30 days' payment at or above the minimum wages of skilled workers

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