The Uttar Pradesh government has made an interim increase in the minimum wages of workers in Noida and Ghaziabad. Salary has increased by 21% with an increase of about ₹ 3000. The new rates will be applicable from April 1, 2026, while reports of ₹20,000 salary have been termed as misleading.
Gautam Buddha Nagar. Giving relief to the workers of Noida and Ghaziabad, the high level committee formed on the instructions of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced an interim increase in the minimum wage. After reviewing the recent incidents, the government has taken a balanced decision and increased the wages of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled workers by about ₹ 3000. In Gautam Buddha Nagar and Ghaziabad this increase has been up to about 21%. The new rates will be applicable from April 1, 2026.
Minimum Wage Hike 2026: New rates applicable from April 1
Uttar Pradesh Industrial Development Commissioner Deepak Kumar said that this decision has been taken on the instructions of the Chief Minister. The government has made this interim increase keeping in mind both workers and industries. In the coming time, a permanent solution will also be prepared through the Wage Board. Along with this, the government is also working on new schemes for workers’ health, pension and children’s education.
New wages of unskilled, semi-skilled and skilled workers
Under interim salary increase-
- Unskilled workers: Increase from ₹11313 to ₹13690
- Semi-skilled workers: Increase from ₹12445 to ₹15059
- Skilled workers: Increase from ₹13940 to ₹16868
In other municipal corporation areas-
- Unskilled: ₹11313 to ₹13006
- Semi-skilled: ₹12445 to ₹14306
- Skilled: ₹13940 to ₹16025
In other districts-
- Unskilled: ₹11313 to ₹12356
- Semi-skilled: ₹12445 to ₹13591
- Skilled: ₹13940 to ₹15224
News of ₹20,000 minimum wage is misleading
The government has clarified that the news of implementation of ₹ 20,000 monthly minimum wage is completely wrong and misleading. Investigation revealed that this information spread on social media is not correct. In fact, the Central Government is in the process of fixing ‘floor wages’ at the national level under the new labor codes.
Labor and industry sides: Trying to take a balanced decision
The government has held talks with labor organizations, employers and other stakeholders. The workers put forward demands such as salary increase, weekly leave, double overtime payment and better working environment. At the same time, the industries talked about the challenges of global economic pressure, rising prices of raw materials and low exports. Nevertheless he justified the demands of the workers.
Fear of outside elements in violence
During the recent protests, violence took place at some places, on which the government took a strict stance. The investigation raised concerns that outside elements might be involved in the violence. Labor organizations also described their movement as peaceful.
Control room established for labor welfare
A control room has been created at the district level to solve the problems of the workers. Workers can contact on these numbers: 120-2978231, 120-2978232, 120-2978862, 120-2978702
Here they can register their complaints and suggestions.
Strict action against anti-social elements, emphasis on maintaining peace
The administration has initiated strict action against anti-social elements who spoil the industrial environment. Technical surveillance, intelligence system and local information are being used to identify them. Arrest and legal action will be taken against the culprits. The government has clearly said that those who obstruct peace and development will not be spared.