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States should have the power to determine minimum wages: CII

Says national minimum wage will hit job creation

States should have the power to determine minimum wages: CII
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Subhayan Chakraborty New Delhi
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has called upon the government, outlining the need for Inter-ministerial and All-State National Employment Boards to deal with the jobs crisis in the country.

According to the Chamber, these boards can include representatives of key ministries, state governments, industry experts, and trade unions who will look into employment creation hurdles and address them on a real-time basis.

It has also called for a national employment mission. "This should include flexibility in hiring, tax incentives, education and skill development, and promotion of labour-intensive sectors,” Chandrajit Banerjee, Director General at CII, said.

Budget push

CII has outlined a five-point agenda