The programme aims at imparting and developing managerial skills relating to labour laws, regulatory compliance of labour laws and contract labour management.

The programme aims to equip the participants with knowledge and skills for effective Identification, release and immediate rehabilitation of Bonded Labour- (adult and child) and Child Labour.

The implications of automation on India’s labour market remain understudied, with most research concentrated on developed economies (Economic Survey, 2024). Hence, this workshop aims to bridge the knowledge gap by analysing AI’s impact on employment in India, assessing which jobs are most vulnerable to automation and identifying skill set challenges for workforce adaptation. It also seeks to discuss the impact of automation on sectoral shifts, job polarization, skill requirements, job displacement and emerging opportunities in future. The workshop will also examine the experiences of other countries to identify best practices and insights that can help India develop strategies to protect and secure its future of work in a sustainable and inclusive manner.

The programme aims to make the participants understand the linkages between Gender, Work and Development, identifying issues and sensitise them against gender discrimination related to work and enrich the knowledge of participants with gender sensitive policies, programmes and good practices towards addressing the issues for inclusive and sustainable development.

This training programme aims at enhancing the understanding of the participants on the legislative provisions on safety, health and welfare at workplace and develop their capabilities in addressing hazard management in factories and ensuring safety and health in factories.

The Programme aims at acquainting the participants with the emerging labour issues for research in an interdisciplinary framework, strengthening their knowledge with various methods used in labour research, thereby enabling them to contribute further in the field of labour research.

To make the participants understand the interlinkage between Labour and Development, discuss various issues and familiarize with initiatives to address the issues. This programme will enhance their capacities to contribute in their academic and professional pursuits.