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Home-based Workers Demand Rights

Updated 2026-06-20 17:50 UTC 1 source Neutral

India’s home-based workers are calling for equal rights as the International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention 177 turns 30. The convention, adopted in 1996, aims to recognize these workers on par with traditional wage earners.

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As ILO convention turns 30, India’s home-based workers demand equal rights

Convention 177 was adopted on 20 June 1996, recognising home-based workers on a par with traditional wage earners.

2026-06-20 17:31 UTC