Punjab CM Approves Hike In Minimum Wages Of Construction Workers In State

Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann gave nod to hike the minimum wages of construction workers by Rs 715 per month. The decision to this effect was taken during a review meeting of the Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Moreover, minimum wages of unskilled workers have been hiked to Rs 9,907 from existing Rs 9,192 whereas that of semi-skilled have been enhanced to Rs 10,687 from Rs 9,972.