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[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

1. AGRICULTURE

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III.—Whereas the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in respect of unskilled category of workers in the

Scheduled employment of “Agriculture” may be revised with effect from 1-4-2017;

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AND WHEREAS, as per provisions of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act,1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No. Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III, dated 16^th June, 2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the powers conferred by Sub-section (2) of section 5

of the Act, ibid the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the

workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f. 1-4-2017.

Un-skilled workers Rs. 210/- per day or Rs. 6300/- per month.

NOTE

There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult or

non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(Act No. 52 of

1961).

Where any class of work is performed in piece work basis, the wages shall not be less than

the time rate prescribed for that category.

25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled

Tribes Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled will be as under:—

(i)

Unskilled:—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, which require the experience or no independent judgment or

previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is necessary.

His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety of

articles or goods.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab. & Emp.).

____________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

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NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

2. CONSTRUCTION OR MAINTENANCE OF ROADS OR BUILDING

OPERATIONS, STONE BREAKING & STONE CRUSHING

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III.—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled Employment of “Construction or

Maintenance of Roads or Building Operations, Stone Breaking and Stone Crushing” may be

revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of workers with effect from 1^st April, 2017;

AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No. Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June,2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred of by sub-section (2) of section 5

of the Act, ibid the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the

workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

Category of Workers

Revised Wages

Daily

Monthly

UN-SKILLED WORKERS :

Rupees

Bhisthi/Chimini Cleaner/Chowkidar/Distemperer Grade-II/Glazier/

Helper for Plumber or Workshop/Rock Cutting Labour/Stone

Breaker/Stone Chiseler/Sweeper/Spray man for Bitumen/ Pipelinemen

/ Electrical Coolie/Security Guard/Beldar/Cleaner-Tractor & Road

Roller & concrete mixer/Majdoor /Survey Boy/ Watchmen/ Tea

boy/Peon/Dresser/ Oilmen/Greaser/ Messhelpers/ Boy Helper (0 to 5

years)/ Khalasi (0 to 3 years)/Bill Distributors/ Mucker

210.00

6300/-

SEMI-SKILLED WORKER:

Rupees

Carpenter Grade-II/ Mason Grade-II/ Sewer Man/Black Smith Grade-

II/ Sanitary Fitter Grade-II/Painter/Melter Mate/Sprayman Roads/

Craneman/Badhani/Upholster/Fitter

Attendant/Black

Smith

(Boatman)/ Caneman/ Distempterer Grade-I/Fitter Grade-II/ Flour

Polisher/Stone Dresser / Mali/ Well Sinker/ White Washer/ Work

Shop Mechanic Grade-II/Turner Grade-II/Pipe Fitter Grade-II/ Brick

Moulder/Assistant Fitter/ Assistant Fireman/ Assistant Welder/

Assistant

turner/

battery

Charger/

Dresser/(Qualified

/Experienced)/Hammer Man /Cook/ Vulcaniser/ Nozzle Man/ Tunnel

Man/ Alloy Trolley Operator/ Attendant (Store Office) Mechanical

Attendant/ Tunnel Jublliman/ Tunnel Man / Helper ( 5 years and

above) Oil Cleaner/Navgani/ Mate/Head Watchman/ Assistant

Leveler/Khalasi ( 3 to 8 years)/stone Dresser/ Pump Attendant/Auto

Electrician

Grade-II/

Gardner/

Gauge

reader/

Asstt.

Lab

227.00

6810/-

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Attendant/Auto electrician/Motor Mate/Enquiry Attendant/Telephone

Attendant

Stone Dresser/Stone Breaker/Rock Stone Breaker/Stone

Carrier 1½ inch to 2 inch = Rs. 1319 per 100 cft 1 to 1¼ inch = Rs. 1473 per 100 cf

SKILLED WORKERS :

Rupees

Carpenter Grade-I/ Mason Grade-I/Black Smith / Sanitary Fitter

Grade-I/ Upholster Grade-I/Astt. Pump Operator/ Pump Operator/

Pump Driver/ Chargeman Grade-II/Water Supply Fitter / Carpenter

Grade-II/ Compressor Operator/ Compressor Driver/ Darji or Tailor

Grade-I/ Darji or Tailor Grade-II/Crasher Driver/ Stone Dresser for

ornamental work/ Plumber Grade-I/ Pipe Fitter Grade-I/Auto Driver/

Asstt. Mechanic/ Mixer Driver/ Mixer Operator/ Structural Fitter

Grade-II/ Workshop Fitter / Generator Operator/ Generator Driver/

Plant Shop Fitter/ diesel Engine Fitter/ Trolley Line Fitter / Crushing

Plant Fitter/ B. Plant Fitter/ Jack Hammer Fitter/ Electrical fitter/

Bunch Fitter/ Shaper/ Auto Fitter/ Pipe Line Fitter/ refrigerator Plant

Fitter/ Tractor Operator/Shaft Minor/ Kochring Operator/Dozer

Operator/ Roclain Operator/ Scrapper Operator/ Loader operator/

Crane Operator/ Eucild operator/ Wagon Drill Operator/ Boaring

Operator/ SLD crane Operator/ B Plant Operator/ Ice Plant Operator

or Welder/ Gas Cutter/ turner/ Black Smith/ Tin Smith/ Traction

Battery Charger/ Line Man/) Telephone Operator/ Khalssi / Jamadar/

Winder/ Blaster Driller/ Winch Fitter / Compounder/Painter /Miller

/Climber/ Moulder/ Levellers/ Saw Mill Cutter/Cable Jointer/Foreman

Grade-II/Khalasi (8 years to above) /Tracer Operator/ E.M.E./

Driver/Compressor/Rocker Showel Operator/Snow Cutter Operator /

Loco Operator/Driller Mason for Glazed Type work/Work Mistry/

Motor Mate / Tractor Driver/Telephone mechanic/D.G. Set

Operator/Workshop Forman Grade-II/Wireless Operator.

254.17

7625/-

HIGHLY SKILLED

Rupees

Carpenter

for

furniture

only/Workshop

Mechanic

Grade-

I/ChargemanGrade-I/Workshop

Foreman

Grade-I/TurnerGrade-

I/Mechanic All Round Operator /Mason/Mistry and Carpenter

Mistry/Structural Fitter Grade-I/Surveyor/Draftsman / Assistant

Foreman/ Machinist / Compounder (Qualified) Road Roller

Driver/Bulldozer Driver/ Wireman/ Auto Electrician/ Electrician/

Chemical Analyser.

314.50

9435/-

Clerical and non Technical Supervisory Staff

Rupees

Bituman Tyre Inspector/Road Inspector/Work Inspector/ Store

Keeper/ Store Munshi/ Supervisor/Meter Reader/ Ledger Booking

Clerk/ Bill Clerk/ Irrigation Booking Clerk/ Patwari/ Complaint

Attendant/ Ferro Printer/ Driver (Jeep/Car/Tractor) Clerk/ Mechanical

Inspector / Assistant Store Keeper/Accounts Clerk/Stenographer.

254.17

7625/-

NOTE

There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult or

non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(Act No. 52 of

1961).

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Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less than

the time rate prescribed for that category.

If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

20% increase will be admissible over and above the minimum rates of wages to the workers

working inside the tunnels.

25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum rates of wages in different

categories of workers working in ‘Under Construction Hydro- Electric Power Projects’

located in Non- Tribal Areas.

25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled

Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh. In case of workers working in the Under Construction

Hydro- Electric Power Projects’ in Tribal Areas an additional 10% increase shall be

applicable.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled will be as under:—

(i)

Unskilled:—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, require experience of little or no independent judgment

or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is

necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with

variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled:—A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally of defined

routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and

but for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where

important decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of

routine operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled:—A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of

exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with

responsibility. He must posses a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade,

craft or industry in which he is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled:—A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently

and supervises efficiently the work of skilled employees.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) .

_____________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

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Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

PUBLIC MOTOR TRANSPORT

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III.—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled Employment of “Public Motor

Transport” may be revised in respect of un-skilled and other categories of workers with effect

from 1^st April, 2017;

AND WHEREAS, as per provisions of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No. Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June,2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred by Sub-section (2) of section 5

the Act, ibid the Governor Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the

workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

General Staff Unskilled

Rs.210 /- per day, Rs.6300/- per month

(a) Peon, Chowkidar, Store Helper, Sweeper, porter, Daftri

(b) Workshop Staff (Unskilled)

Workshop Mazdoor without having any experience

Rs. 210/- per day, Rs. 6300/- per month

Semi-skilled

Rs.220.17 per day, Rs.6605/- per month

1. Asstt. Electrician

2. Asstt. Mechanic

3. Asstt. Fitter

4. Asstt. Black Smith

5. Asst. Carpenter

6. Asstt. Welder

7. Asstt. Turner

8. Asstt. Boaring Barman

9. Asstt. Machinist

10. Asstt. Cushion Maker

11. Asstt. Volcanisor

12. Asst. Painter

13. Asstt. Upholster

14. Asstt. Tyreman

15. Asstt.Sprayman

16. Asstt. Electrician Mechanic

17. Asstt. Retrader

18. Workshop Mazdoor having ITI Certificate or having 2 years of probation period who

has no ITI Diploma

19. Assistant Molders.

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SKILLED:

Machanic, Fitter, Blacksmith, Carpenter, Welder, Boring wireman,

Machanist,

Cusion

Maker,

Tinsmith,

Volcanizer,

Painter,

Upholster,

Tyreman,

Spray

Painter,

Electrician

Machanic,

Retreader, Moulder, Turner, Workshop Mazdoor having ITI

certificate or having 2 years of probation period who has no ITI

Diploma. The ITI certificate holder who are working in the same

trade.

Rs. 246.52 per day or

Rs. 7396/- per month.

HIGHLY SKILLED WORKSHOP STAFF:

Head Mechanic, Carborator/ Head Electrician/ Garrage Supervisor

Rs. 280.50 per day or

Rs. 8415/- per month.

GENERAL STAFF (CLERICAL) ETC.:

Group-A

Out Agent, Out Agency Clerk, Typist, Steno typist, Store-

daybook Writer, Clerk, Assistant Cashier, Booking Clerk

(Restorer), Ledger Keeper, Petrol Pump Attendant.

Group-B

Chief

Inspector,

Receptionist,

Inspector,

Checker,

Stenographer A Grade, Station Supervisor, Assistant Store-

Keeper A Grade, Accountant, Cashier, Tyre Inspector.

Group-C

Head Assistant, Head Clerk, Auditor, Head Cashier.

Rs. 246.52 per day or

Rs. 7396/-per month.

Rs.262.52

per

day

Rs.7876/- per month.

Rs.321.25 per day or Rs.

9638/-per month.

RUNNING STAFF

Per Day Per month

Driver

Conductor

Cleaner-cum-Conductor

Part-Time Booking Clerk

Rs.284.12 Rs. 8524/-

Rs.253.60 Rs. 7608/-

Rs.233.12 Rs. 6994/-

Rs.103.72 Rs. 3112/-

NOTE

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and

adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(No. 52 of

1961)

3. Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

4. If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled

Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

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The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled will be as under:—

(i)

Unskilled.—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent

judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational

environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion

familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.—A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally of defined

routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and

but for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where

important decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of

routine operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.—A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of

exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with

responsibility. He must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade,

craft or industry in which he is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.—A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently

and supervises efficiently the work of skilled employees.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab.& Emp.).

_____________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

4. SHOPS & COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENT

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III.—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled employment of “Shops & commercial

Establishments” may be revised in respect of un skilled and other categories of workers with

effect from 1^st April, 2017;

AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act,1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June,2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

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NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-section (2) of section 5

the said Act, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the

workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

Category of employees

Where

benefit

provided

Where food, tea &

combined

accommodation

provided

Un skilled

Rupees

Helper/Shop Assistant/ Pelledar/ Chowkidar/ Peon/

Sweeper/ Masalchi/ Gateman/ Waterman/ Cleaner/

Packer/ Mazdoor/ Lander/ Unlander/ Messanger/

Clock Room Attendant/ Porter/ Bhishit/ Beldar/

Fireman/ Pandi/ Posterman/ any other worker doing

unskilled job.

Rs.210/-Daily

Rs.6300/-

Monthly.

Rs 184.47 Daily

Rs. 5534/- Monthly

Semi-Skilled

Rupees

Head

porter,

Pantryman/Coffee-Teamaker/

Chapatiman/Assistant Baker/Gate Keeper (Cinema)/

Asstt. Lineman / Assistant Operator/ Binder

Assistant/

Bill

Collector

/Convesser

Cook/Assistant

Halwai/Book

Binder/

Sticher/

Rulling-cutting/Auctioners /Mali/ Sewerman/ Hotel

Guide/ Assistant Mistry/ Assistant Fitter/ Assistant

Turner/ Assistant/Welder/ Assistant Electrician/

Assistant/Salesman/

Assistant

Barbar/

Dhobi,

Pressman/Boilerman/

Film

Rewinder/

Waiter,

Bearer),

Assistant

Radio

Machanic/Painter/

WhiteWasher/Pakora and Chanamaker/Clerk (Non-

matric), Assistant Store Keeper/ Distributor and

Assistant

Machine

man.

Enquiry

Attendent/

Telephone Attendent, ITI Certificate Holder.

Rs.225.55 Daily.

Rs. 6767/-

Monthly.

Rs. 199.12 Daily

Rs.6000/- Monthly

Skilled:

Rupees.

Blacksmith/Tinsmith/Watchmaker/Radio Mechanic/

Carpenter/Plumber/Driver/ Assistant Tailor/Cutter

(Tailoring) /General mechanic/ Halwai/ Cook/

Confectioner/Baker/Steward/Butler/

Fitter/

Draughtsman/TelephoneOperator/ Compounder /

Goldsmith./ Shoe Maker / Shawl-Carpet Weaving/

Compositor/Cinema Operator/Salesmen/Drycleaner/

Dyer/ Barber/Regular machine man/ machinist /

Welder/Moulder/Cashier/Clerk/(Matric)

Munim/

receptionist/Waiter/Bearer/)/Storekeeper/

headwaiter / Head bearer (Western Style Hotels)/

Lineman. ITI certificate holder who are working in

the same trade.

Rs.254.17 Daily.

Rs. 7625/-

Monthly.

Rs. 228.37 Daily

Rs.6851/- Monthly.

Highly Skilled

Rupees.

Store Keeper/ Clerks (Graduates) Accountant /Head

Cashier/ Head Cook/ Head Butler/Head Baker/ Head

Confectioner/Head mechanic/ Electrician/ Foremen/

Supervisor./ Tailor/Cutter (Tailoring)

Rs.267.12 Daily.

Rs. 8014/-

Monthly

Rs. 242.40 daily

Rs.7272/- Monthly

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NOTE

There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult

or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(Act No.

52 of 1961).

Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribal

Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled will be as under.—

(i)

Unskilled.—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent

judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational

environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion

familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.—A semi-skilled worker is one who does work generally of defined

routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and

but for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where

important decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of

routine operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.—A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of

exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with

responsibility. He must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade,

craft or industry in which he is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.—A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently

and supervises efficiently the work of skilled employees.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab. & Emp.).

______________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-8/2006-PartIII dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

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Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

5. FORESTRY INDUSTRIES

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III.—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled Employment of “Forestry Industries”

may be revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of workers with effect from 1^st April,

2017;

AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No. Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June, 2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-section (2) of section 5 the

said Act, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the workers

working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

Category of Workers

Revised Minimum Wages

Daily

Monthly

UNSKILLED WORKERS

Felling of trees: Rs.210.00 Rs.6300/-

1. Lopper (Changi)

2. Feller (Garani)

Rs.225.55

Rs.216.12

Rs.6767/-

Rs.6484/-

Logging and sawing including timber passing:

1. Dresser (Panchani)

2. Sawyer (Charani)

3. Blacksmith

Rs.216.12

Rs.280.50

Rs.259.40

Rs.6484/-

Rs.8415/-

Rs.7782/-

Carriage stacking and timber passing by manual labour:

1. Mazdoor for carriage

2. Mazdoor for loading and un loading of timber.

Rs.216.12

Rs.6484/-

Carriage of timber by Aerial ropeways :

1. Span Mistry-cum-Supervisor

2. Span Mistry

Rs.280.50

Rs.259.40

Rs.8415/- Rs.

7782/-

Carriage by water slide (pucci Nalli) dry slide (Pathru), Nullah Bhaan Darya Bahaan

(River floting):

1. Mohri-wala Mistry

2. Taru

3. Asstt. Mistry/ Helper Mistry

4. Darya-man

5. Ghalu

6. Jamadar

Rs.305.15

Rs.290.27

Rs.267.12

Rs.290.27

Rs.237.17

Rs.9155/-

Rs.8708/-

Rs.8014/-

Rs.8708/-

Rs.7115/-

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Mechanised logging and timber extraction:

1. Surveyor

2. Ski-line Operator

3 Truck Driver

4. Compressor Driver

Rs.282.57

Rs.259.40

Rs.239.30

Rs.8477/-

Rs.7782/-

Rs.7179/-

Clerical Staff:

1. Manager

2. Accountant

3. Munshi/ Typist clerk

Rs.335.12

Rs.243.97

Rs.216.12

Rs.10054/-

Rs.7319/-

Rs.6484/-

8. Saw Mill Workers:

1. Band Saw Mistry

2. Supervisor

3. Head Mistry

4. Boiler Driver

5. Assistant Mistry

6. Planner Mistry

7. Helper

8. Cutter man

Rs.259.40

Rs.256.29

Rs.259.40

Rs.220.17

Rs. 220.17

Rs.216.12

Rs. 216.12

Rs.7782/-

Rs.7689/-

Rs. 7782/-

Rs.7782/-

Rs.6605/-

Rs. 6484/-

Katha Extraction:

1. Feller and Chipper

2. Katha Supervisor/Katha Processor

Rs.216.12

Rs.215.55

Rs. 6484/-

Rs.6467/-

Highly Skilled

Boiler Attendant (Ist Class) Overseer, Head Foreman= Rs.314.50. Daily. Rs.9435.00 Monthly.

NOTE

There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult

or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(Act No.

52 of 1961).

Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribal

Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled will be as under.—

(i)

Unskilled.—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent

judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational

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environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion

familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.—A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally of defined

routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and

but for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where

important decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of

routine operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.—A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of

exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with

responsibility. He must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade,

craft or industry in which he is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.—A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently

and supervises efficiently the work of skilled employees.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) .

______________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

6. CHEMICAL & CHEMICAL PRODUCTS

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III .—WHERES, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled employment of “Chemical & Chemical

Products” may be revised in respect of un skilled and other categories of workers with effect from

1^st April, 2017;

AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act,1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June,2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-section (2) of section 5 of

the Act ibid the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the

workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

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Category of Workers

Revised minimum rates

Unskilled

Rs. 210.00 Daily.

Rs. 6300/- Monthly.

Semi Skilled

Assistant Electrician, Assistant Fitter, Assistant Turner,

Assistant Welder, Assistant Moulder, Assistant Plant

Operator, Assistant Blacksmith, Assistant Copraman, Re-

irrigation, Assistant , Jamadar, Eastman, East cultivator,

Switch Board Attendant, Wireman, Postalman, Fireman,

Oilman, Pumpman Grade-I, Machine Levellor, Selector,

Cutter-cum-Market seller/Empular, Hageman. ITI Certificate

Holder.

Rs. 218.47 Daily.

Rs. 6554/- Monthly.

Skilled

Saltman, Electrician, Fitter, Copperman, Turner, Moulder,

Blacksmith, Plant operator, Mason, Carpenter, Assistant

Foreman, Head Jamadar, Boiler Attendant Grade-II,

Workshop Foreman, Electrician Foreman, Engine Driver,

Draughtsman,

Assistant

Chemist,

Machineman,

Cashier/Clerk (Matriculate), Salesman, Receptionist, Typist,

Store-keeper I.T.I. certificate holder who are working in the

same trade.

Rs. 254.17 Daily.

Rs. 7625/- Monthly.

Highly Skilled

Boiler Attendant (First-Class) Overseer, Head Foreman

Rs. 314.50 Daily.

Rs. 9435/- Monthly.

NOTE

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult

or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(Act No.

52 of 1961).

Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribe

Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled will be as under:—

(i)

Unskilled.—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent

judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational

environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion

familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.—A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally of defined

routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and

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but for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where

important decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of

routine operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.—A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of

exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with

responsibility. He must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade,

craft or industry in which he is employed.

(IV) Highly Skilled.—A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently

and supervises efficiently the work of skilled employees.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab. & Emp.).

_______________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

7. ENGINEERING INDUSTRIES

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III .—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled employment of “Engineering

Industries” may be revised in respect of un skilled and other categories of workers with effect

from 1^st April, 2017;

AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June, 2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW THEREFORE, therefore, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-section (2) of

section 5 the Act ibid the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of

the workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as

under:—

Un-Skilled

Rs.210.00.

Daily.Rs.6300/-

Monthly.

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Semi skilled

Taper Grade-III, Turner Grade-III, Driller Grade-III, Romer Grade-III,

Shareman Grade-III, Machine man, Machinist/Operator Grade-III/ Bragar

Grade-III, Head Spinning Winder/ Liner Grade-III, Press Operator Grade-

III, Spray Painter Grade-III, Transfer Fixer Grade-III, Assembler Grade-

III, Cobbler, Rubber Rosin Cutter, Tailor Grade-III, Material Checker,

Fitter Frame, Numbering man, Frame Sender, Electroplater Grade-III,

Mopper Grade-III, Grinder Grade-III, Pickler, Polishman, Buferman,

Head Mechanic, Operator Grade-III, Thread/Roller Operator Grade-III,

Book-screw Machine Operator Grade-III, Feeder Grade-III, Dye Maker

Grade-III, Welder Grade-III, Tin Smith Grade-III, Pipe Reader, Hammer

man Grade-III, Electric Lineman Grade-III, Voucher Inspector Grade-III,

Lister Diesel Engine Driver Grade-III, Oilman.

Skilled

Taper Grade-II, Turner Grade-II, Driller Grade-II, Shaper Grade-II,

Shaperman Grade-II, Slaughterman Grade-II, Mechanist/ Operator/Brager

Grade-I1, Liner Grade-II, Spray Painter Grade-II, Transfer Mixer Grade-

II, Press Operator Grade-II, Assembler Grade-II, Tailor Grade-II,

Electroplater Grade-II, Moper Grade-II, Grinder Grade-II, Head Machine

Operator-II, Thread and Roller Machine Operator Grade-II, Book screw

Machine Operator Grade-II, Gold Draw Machine Operator Grade-II,

Fitter Grade-II, Carpenter/Pattern Maker Grade-II, Dye Maker Grade-II,

Saister Grade-II, Welder Grade-II, Tinsmith Grade-II, Hammerman

Grade-II,Blacksmith Grade-II, Tool Setter Grade-II, Electrical Lineman

Grade-II, Electrician Grade-II, Armature Winder and Coil winder Grade-

II, Cable Jointer Grade-II, Voucher Inspector Grade-II, Lister Diesel

Engine Driver Grade-II, Moulder Grade-II, Supervisor, ITI Certificate

Holder who are working in the same trade.

Rs. 218.47 Daily.

Rs.6554/- Monthly.

Rs.254.17

Daily.Rs.7625/-

Monthly

Highly Skilled

Turner Grade-I, Grinding Machine Operator Grade-I, Shaper man Grade-

I, Slaughter man Grade-I, Miller Grade-I. Electroplater Grade-I, Gold

Draw Machine Operator Grade-I, Fitter Grade-I, Carpenter/Pattern Maker

Grade-I, Dye maker Grade-I, Engraver Grade-I, Blacksmith Grade-I,

Dye Setter

Grade-I, Tool Setter Grade-I, Electrician Grade-I,

Rs. 314.50 Daily.

Rs.9435/- Monthly.

Clerical Staff

Cashier (Matriculate) Clerk, Salesman, Typist Storekeeper

Rs. 230.02 Daily.

Rs.6901/- Monthly.

NOTE

There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and

adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(Act No.

52 of 1961)

Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

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If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled

Tribel Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled will be as under:—

(i)

Un Skilled.—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent judgment or

previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is necessary. His work

may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.—A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally of defined

routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but for

proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important decisions

made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.—A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of

exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He

must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he is

employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.—A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently

and supervises efficiently the work of skilled employees.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab.& Emp.).

_______________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

8. TEA PLANTATION

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III.—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled Employment of “Tea Plantation” may

be revised in respect of un skilled and other categories of workers with effect from 1^st April, 2017;

AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act,1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No. Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June, 2015;

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AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-section (2) of section 5 the

Act ibid the Governor of Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the workers

working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

Category of Workers

Revised Minimum Wages

Field workers in Tea Plantation employed on plantation up

rooting, spraying, manufacturing, shade lopping, hocing,

pruning weeding, plucking etc. known as unskilled workers

employed in the operation;

Rs. 210.00 Daily or

Rs. 6300/- Monthly.

A-Grade Leaves.—If plucker plucks more than 12 kilogram of tea leaves he or she will

get Enhancement in rate 72/-Paise Per KG Rs. 15.20 per kilogram extra as incentive.

B Grade Leaves.—If plucker plucks more than 13 kilogram of tea leaves he or she will get

Enhancement in rate 60/-Paise Per KG Rs.15.20 11.80 per kilogram extra as incentive.

C Grade Leaves.—If plucker plucks more than 16 kilogram of tea leaves he or she will get

Enhancement in rate 60/-Paise Per KG Rs 8.52 per kilogram extra as incentive.

The piece rates workers employed for plucking will get Rs. 15.20, Rs. 11.80 Rs. 8.52 per

kilogram for A,B,C grade of tea leaves respectively.

SEMI-SKILLED: Workers engaged in Tea Factory & Tea Plantations. Rs.214.56 per day,

Rs.6437/- per month

FACTORY:

Include lift Mazdoor withering Mazdoor, Rs. 210-00 daily

relling room workers, shifting Mazdoor, Rs. 6300/- Monthly.

Fermenting room workers, tea boys,

sorters, tea makers, time keeper and carriers (jhalli)

PLANTATION:

Cleaners, Assistant Cleaner, Garden Assistant, Rs. 210-00 daily

Muharirs etc. who maintain records of a field work Rs. 6300/- Monthly.

and also includes sweeper, Mali & Mate.

CLERICAL AND NON-TECHNICAL SUPERVISORY STAFF

OFFICE STAFF:

1. Accountant Rs. 355.22

Rs.10,657/- per month plus free

accommodation

2. Clerks Rs. 254.17

Rs.7625/-

per

month

plus

free

accommodation

3. Munshi Rs. 269.53

Rs.8086/-

per

month

plus

free

benefits as admissible to clerk

4. Peon ,Chowkidar/Chaudhary Rs.214.57

Rs.6437/- per month plus free benefit

as admissible.

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Daily

Monthly

5. Compounder

Rs. 324.27

Rs. 9728/-

6. Driver (Jeep/ Car/ Tractor)

Rs. 284.12

Rs. 8524/-

7. Mechanic ,

Rs. 327.40

Rs. 9822/-

8. Assistant Mechanic

Rs. 282.57

Rs. 8477/-

9. Electrician-cum- Mechanic , Grade-I

Rs. 327.40

Rs. 9822/-

10. Electrician-cum- Mechanic , Grade-II

Rs. 282.57

Rs. 8477/-

NOTE

There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and

adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(Act No.

52 of 1961).

Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled

Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab. & Emp.).

______________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-8/2006-Partfile dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

9. ESTABLISHMENTS WITH MANUFACTURING PROCESS AS DEFINED

IN CLAUSE (K) OF SECTION-2 0F FACTORIES ACT, 1948

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III.—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled Employment of “Manufacturing

Process as Defined in Clause (K) of Section 2 of Factories Act, 1948” may be revised in respect

of un skilled and other categories of workers with effect from 1^st April, 2017;

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AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act,1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No. Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June, 2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-section (2) of section 5 the

Act, ibid the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the workers

working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

Un-skilled Workers

Rs. 210.00 per day or Rs. 6300/- per month

Semi-skilled

Rs. 218.47 P.D. or Rs. 6554/- per month

Skilled & clerical staff

Rs. 254.17 P.D. or Rs. 7625/- per month

Highly-Skilled

Rs. 314.50 P.D. or Rs. 9435/- per month

NOTE

There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult

or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(Act No.

52 of 1961).

Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled

Tribe Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled will be as under:—

(i)

Unskilled.—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent judgment or

previous experience although familiarity with the occupational environment is necessary. His work

may thus require in addition to physical exertion familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.—A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally defined routine

nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and but for proper

discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where important decisions made by

others. His work is thus limited to the performance of routine operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.—A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of

exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with responsibility. He

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must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade, craft or industry in which he is

employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.—A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently

and supervises efficiently the work of skilled employees.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab. & Emp.).

______________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

10. HOTEL AND RESTAURANTS

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-III.—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled Employment of “Hotel and

Restaurants may be revised in respect of un skilled and other categories of workers with effect

from 1^st April, 2017;

AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act,1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June, 2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-section (2) of section 5

of the Act ibid the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the

workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

Category of Workers

Revised Wages

Where no benefit is

provided

Where

food,

tea

and

combined

accommodation

provided

UN-SKILLED:

Rupees

Helper/ Chowkidar/ Peon/ Sweeper/ Masalachi/

Gateman/ Waterman/ Messenger/ Clock Room

Attendant/ Poter/ Bhishti/ Beldar/ Fireman/

Pandi/ Posterman/ any worker doing un-skilled

job.

Rs. 210-00 Daily

Rs. 6300.00 Monthly

Rs 184.47 Daily

Rs.5534/- Monthly

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SEMI-SKILLED WORKER:

Rupees

Pantryman /Coffee-Tea Maker/ Chapatiman /

Assistant Baker/Cook/ Assistant Halwai/Book

Binder/ Sticher /Ruling Cutting/ Auctioners

/Mali /Hotel Guide /Assistant Mistry/ Assistant

Fitter/ Sewerman/ Assistant Turner /Assistant

Welder/

Assistant

Electrician/

Assistant

Salesman/

Assistant

Barber/

Dhobi,

Pressman/Boilerman/Film

Rewinder/

Water

Bearer /Assistant Radio Mechanic/ Painter/

White Washer/ Pakora and Chana Maker/Clerk

(Non-Matric),

Assistant

Store

Keeper/

Distributor and Assistant Machinman. Enquiry

Attendant, Telephone Attendant.ITI certificate

holder who are working in the other trade .

Rs. 225.55 Daily

Rs. 6767/- Monthly

Rs 200.11

6003/- Monthly.

SKILLED WORKERS :

Rupees.

Driver/Halwai/Cook/Confectioner/Baker/Stewar

d/Butler/Draughtsman/TelephoneOperator/Rece

ptionist/Waiter/Bearer/Store

Keeper/Head

Waiter/ Head Bearer (Western Style Hotel.) ITI

certificate holder who are working in the same

trade.

Rs. 254.17 Daily

Rs.7625/- Monthly.

Rs.228.37 Daily

Rs. 6851/- Monthly.

Highly Skilled

Rupees.

Store Keeper/ Clerks (Graduates) Accountant

/Head Cashier/ Head Cook/ Head Butler/Head

Baker/ Head Confectioner/Head mechanic/

Electrician/ Foremen/ Supervisor./ Tailor/Cutter

(Tailoring)

Rs. 267.12 Daily

Rs.8014/- Monthly.

Rs. 242.40

7244/- Monthly.

NOTE

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult

or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(Act No.

52 of 1961).

Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the

Scheduled Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

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The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled will be as under:—

(i)

Unskilled.—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent

judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational

environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion

familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.—A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally of defined

routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and

but for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where

important decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of

routine operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.—A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of

exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with

responsibility. He must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade,

craft or industry in which he is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.—A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently

and supervises efficiently the work of skilled employees.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) .

_______________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

11. PRIVATE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTES

No.Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part_III .—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled Employment of “Private Educational

Institutes” may be revised in respect of un skilled and other categories of workers with effect from

1^st April, 2017.

AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act,1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June, 2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

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NOW THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-section (2) of section 5 of

the Act ibid the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the

workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

Un-skilled Workers

Rs. 210.00 per day or Rs. 6300/- per month

Semi-skilled

Rs. 225.55 P.D. or Rs. 6767/- per month

Skilled

Rs. 254.17 P.D. or Rs. 7625/- per month

Highly skilled

Rs. 267.12 P.D. or Rs. 8014/- per month

NOTE

There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult

or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961 (Act No.

52 of 1961).

Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled

Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled will be as under:—

(i)

Unskilled:.—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent

judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational

environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion

familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.—A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally of defined

routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and

but for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where

important decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of

routine operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.—A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of

exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with

responsibility. He must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade,

craft or industry in which he is employed

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(iv) Highly Skilled.—A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently

and supervises efficiently the work of skilled employees.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) .

_________________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

12. Hydro Power Projects

No. Shram (A) 4-8/2006-Part-III.—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled employment of “Hydro Power

Projects” may be revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of workers with effect from

1^st April, 2017;

AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act,1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No: Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June,2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-section (2) of section 5 of

the Act, ibid the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the

workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

Category of Workers

Minimum Wages

Daily

Monthly

UN-SKILLED WORKERS :

Rs.

Peon, Helper to Pump Operator, Helper to Concrete Pump Operator,

Pump Attendant, Helper to JWR Crane Operator, Helper to Plant

Operator, Helper to Excavator Operator, Helper to Concreting Plant

Operator, Helper to Loader Operator, Helper to TAMROCK

Operator, Helper to Mechanic, Helper to Turner, Helper to

Electrician, Helper to Auto Electrician, Helper to Welder, Helper to

Fitter, Helper to Carpenter, Helper to Heavy Motor Vehicle Driver,

Helper to Khalasi, Compressor Attendant, Generator Attendant, TM

Attendant, Helper to Concrete Mixture Plant Operator, Helper to

Fireman, Helper to Stone Dresser, Helper to Head Watchman,

210.00

6300/-

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Helper to Laboratory Assistant, Helper to Gauge Reader, Helper to

Time Keeper, Helper to Diesel Generator Set Operator, Helper to

Generator Operator, Helper to Wireless Operator, Helper to Engine

Fitter, Helper to Diesel Engine Fitter, Helper to Pipe Fitter, Helper

to Pujari, Cleaner-cum-Beldar, Washerman / Washermaid, Office

Boy, Clay Cleaner, Helper Boomer, Helper to Automobile Fitter,

Masalchi, Air Conditioning Plant Helper, Helper to Supervisor, Mess

Helper, Sweeper.

SEMI-SKILLED WORKER:

Junior Pump Operator, Junior Concrete Pump Operator, Junior JWR

Crane Operator, Junior Plant Operator, Junior Nozzleman, Junior

Excavator Operator, Junior Concreting Plant Operator, Junior Loader

Operator, Junior TAMROCK Operator, Junior Mechanic, Junior Auto

Electrician, Junior Welder, Junior Fitter, Junior Tyre Fitter, Junior

Painter, Junior Plumber, Junior Denter, Junior Carpenter, Security

Guard, Khalasi(3 Years Experience), Junior Compressor Attendant,

Generator Attendant, Locomotive Attendant, Concrete Mixture

Attendant, Assistant Fireman, Stone Dresser, Laboratory Assistant,

Gauge Reader, Time Keeper, Diesel Generator Set Operator,

Generator Operator , Wireless Operator, Junior Diesel Engine Fitter,

Junior Pipe Fitter, Telephone Attendant, Assistant Surveyor, Office

Attendant, Junior Oiler, Junior Driller, Junior JCB Operator, Junior

Scrapper, Pujari, Assistant Storekeeper, Assistant Store Munshi,

Complaint Attendant, Junior Elctrician, Mali

227.00

6810/-

SKILLED WORKERS :

Dozer Operator, Grader Operator, Loader Operator, Batching Plant

Operator, Crushing Operator, Excavator Operator, CMT Crane

Operator, 26 Tonne Dumper Operator, Plant Operator, Gantry

Operator, JCB Operator, Locomotive Operator, Tamrock/Jambu

Operator, Mechanic, Turner, Welder, Driller, Nozzleman, Fitter, Steel

Fixer, Blacksmith, Blaster, Carpenter, Auto Electrician, Painter,

Denter, Mason, Plumber, Bar Binder, Tyre Fitter, CMT Operator, AC

Plant Operator, Merlo Operator, Work Inspector, Supervisor, Camp-

Incharge, Non Technical Supervisor( Mining Blasting), Driver,

Mobile Crane Operator, Bacoh Operator, Hydro Crane Operator,

Surveyor, Scrap Operator, Bobcat Operator, Scoop Operator,

Garroting Pump Operator,Morter Binder, Data Entry Operator,

Cashier, Storekeeper, Accounts Clerk, Clerk, Computer Operator,

Cook, Khalasai(more than 5 years Experience), Dhobi.

254.17

7625/-

HIGHLY SKILLED

Senior Crane Operator, Senior Batching Plant Operator, Senior Trailer

Operator, Senior Dumper Operator, Tunnel Boring Machine Operator,

Senior Plant Operator, Senior Heavy Earth Moving Machine

Operator, Senior Dozer Operator, Senior Loader Operator, Senior CE

Plant Operator, Senior Carpenter, Senior Mechanic, Senior Driller,

Senior Black Smith, Senior Electrician, Senior Bar Binder, Senior

Auto Electrician, Senior Fitter, Senior Tyre Fitter, Senior

314.50

9435/-

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Turner, Senior Welder, Senior Denter, Driver (Heavy Transport

Vehicle), Tower Crane Operator, Senior Welder X-Ray, Cable

Jointer, Senior Blaster, 40 Tonne Dumper Operator, Senior Jumbo

Operator, Foreman, Gunman, Senior A.C Plant Operator, Workshop

Mechanic, Compounder, Chemical Analyser, Laboratory Assistant,

Pharmacist, Nurse, Stenographer, Accountant, Khalasi (Above 8

Years Experience).

NOTE

There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and adult

or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act, 1961(Act No.

52 of 1961).

Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

20% increase will be admissible over and above the minimum rates of wages to the

workers working inside the tunnels.

25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum rates of wages in

different categories of workers working in ‘Under Construction Hydro- Electric Power

Projects’ located in Non- Tribal Areas.

7. 25% increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum wages in the Scheduled

Tribal Areas in Himachal Pradesh. In case of workers working in the Under

Construction Hydro- Electric Power Projects’ in Tribal Areas an additional 10%

increase shall be applicable.

The definition of unskilled/semiskilled/skilled/highly skilled will be as under:-

(i)

Unskilled.—An unskilled employee is one who does operations that involve the

performance of simple duties, which require the experience of little or no independent

judgment or previous experience although familiarity with the occupational

environment is necessary. His work may thus require in addition to physical exertion

familiarity with variety of articles or goods.

(ii) Semi-skilled.—A semi skilled worker is one who does work generally of defined

routine nature wherein the major requirement is not so much of the judgment, skill and

but for proper discharge of duties assigned to him or relatively narrow job and where

important decisions made by others. His work is thus limited to the performance of

routine operations of limited scope.

(iii) Skilled.—A skilled employee is one who is capable of working efficiently of

exercising considerable independent judgment and of discharging his duties with

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responsibility. He must possess a thorough and comprehensive knowledge of the trade,

craft or industry in which he is employed.

(iv) Highly Skilled.—A highly skilled worker is one who is capable of working efficiently

and supervises efficiently the work of skilled employees.

By order,

Sd/-

Pr. Secretary (Lab. & Emp.) .

_____________

[Authoritative English Text of this Department Notification No. Shram(A)4-8/2006-Part-III dated

22-07-2017 as required under clause(3) of Article 348 of the constitution of India.]

LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT DEPARTMENT

NOTIFICATION

Shimla-2, the 22th July, 2017

13. Pharmaceuticals’ Industries

No.Shram (A) 4-8/2006-III.—WHEREAS, the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is of the

opinion that the minimum rates of wages in the Scheduled employment of “Pharmaceuticals’

Industries” may be revised in respect of unskilled and other categories of workers with effect

from 1^st April, 2017;

AND WHEREAS, as per provision of clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 5 read with

section 9 of the Minimum Wages Act,1948, a Minimum Wages Advisory Committee was

constituted vide Notification No. Shram (A)4-8/2006-Part-File-Loose, dated 16^th June,2015;

AND WHEREAS, a meeting of the said committee was held on 27-04-2017 wherein

increase in Minimum wages payable to all the categories of workers in all the 19 scheduled

employments were approved and recommended w.e.f. 01-04-2017;

NOW, THEREFORE, in exercise of the power conferred by sub-section (2) of section 5 of

the Act ibid the Governor, Himachal Pradesh is pleased to revise the minimum wages of the

workers working in the above mentioned Scheduled Employment w.e.f 1^st April, 2017 as under:—

Category of Workers

Minimum

Daily

Wages

Monthly

Unskilled Packing Helper, Machine Helper, Laboratory

Helper, Store Helper, House Keeping Helper, Peon.

Rs.210.00

Rs.6300/-

Semi Skilled

Technician (D.Pharma), Fitter (ITI), Maintenance (ITI),

PW-Operator, Mali, Security Guard, Assistant Storekeeper,

Assistant Store Munshi, Complaint Attendant.

Rs.218.47

Rs. 6554/-

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Skilled

Officer (B.Pharma), Technical Supervisor (ITI Diploma, D

Pharma),

Operator,

Security

Supervisor,

Electrician,

Storekeeper, Accounts Clerk, Clerk, Computer Operator,

Data Entry Operator, Cashier.

Rs. 254.17

Rs. 7625/-

Highly Skilled:- Sales Officer, Sales Executive, Sales

Promotion Employee, Medical and Sales Representatives,

B.Pharma, Accountant B.Sc. Chemist, M.Sc. Chemist,

Stenographer.

Rs. 314.50 Rs. 9435/-

NOTE

1. There will be no distinction between the minimum wages of male or female and

adult or non-adult for the same and similar nature of work.

2. Wages of Apprentices shall be regulated under the Apprenticeship Act,1961(Act No.

52 of 1961).

Where any class of work is performed on piece work basis, the wages shall not be less

than the time rate prescribed for that category.

If any category of workers employed in the scheduled employment is not mentioned

specifically, such category of workers shall not be paid less than the minimum rates of

wages fixed for the similar category having the same skill.

5. 25 % increase shall be applicable over and above the minimum of wages in Tribal Areas

in Himachal Pradesh.