Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Hikes Minimum Wages
The Delhi government, under CM Rekha Gupta, has announced a minimum wage hike for all worker categories, effective April 1, 2025. Unskilled workers will now earn ₹18,456/month, while graduates and above will receive ₹24,356/month. The move aims to combat inflation and provide financial relief to workers.
New Minimum Wages in Delhi 2025
Category | Rate as on 01.10.2024 (₹) | DA w.e.f. 01.04.2025 (₹) | Revised Rate from 01.04.2025 (₹) | Per Day Rate (₹) |
Unskilled | 18,066 | 390 | 18,456 | 710 |
Semi-skilled | 19,929 | 442 | 20,371 | 784 |
Skilled | 21,917 | 494 | 22,411 | 862 |
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Category | Rate as on 01.10.2024 (₹) | DA w.e.f. 01.04.2025 (₹) | Revised Rate from 01.04.2025 (₹) | Per Day Rate (₹) |
Non-matriculates | 19,929 | 442 | 20,371 | 784 |
Matriculates but not Graduates | 21,917 | 494 | 22,411 | 862 |
Graduates and above | 23,836 | 520 | 24,356 | 937 |
Every year, the Minimum Wages in Delhi are pre-decided by the government. This is a set criteria that each and every worker must receive at least the minimum set wages as their salaries. This is done to maintain the per capita income of our country. In turn, this gives a boost to our economy too.
Delhi is the capital of India. It is one of the most vibrant and bustling cities of our Nation. Today, we will throw light on the minimum wages for various categories of workers. These worker categories include the following: Unskilled, Semi-Skilled, Skilled and Highly Skilled.
Moreover, we all know that the cost of living in Delhi is higher compared to many other states. Therefore, the government revises the minimum wages in Delhi, on a regular basis. This helps workers to fight with inflation and maintain a decent standard of living.
