Dr Manjunath G

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Legislative Leadership

Driving inclusive, enforceable labour laws through evidence-based policy and governance frameworks.
Shaping Progressive Labour Laws

Introduction to Legislative Leadership

I have played a pivotal role in shaping Karnataka’s labour laws, ensuring that legislation is progressive, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of both workers and industries. My work bridges policy design and practical implementation, creating laws that are enforceable as well as socially meaningful.

I focus on previously unregulated sectors such as gig, platform, and domestic workers, ensuring they receive legal recognition, social security, and workplace protections. My legislative approach emphasizes equity, safety, and sustainability in modern labour governance.

  • Expert in drafting and implementing labour reforms
  • Focus on unregulated and informal workforce sectors
  • Balances legal compliance with practical implementation
  • Ensures worker welfare while supporting industrial growth
Major Policy Interventions

Key Legislative Contributions

I have led several landmark legislative initiatives that extend protection and recognition to diverse categories of workers. These laws address systemic gaps, formalize informal work, and strengthen social security frameworks across Karnataka.

My contributions reflect a strong commitment to gender equity, workplace safety, and rights-based governance, ensuring that reforms benefit both employees and employers while promoting compliance and accountability.

Karnataka Platform-Based Gig workers Act & Rules Act, 2025

Karnataka Domestic Workers Welfare & Social Security Bill, 2025

Karnataka Motor transport Act & Rules Act, 2024

Karnataka Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Employment & Education Bill, 2025

Protecting Worker Welfare

Social Security & Workforce Protection

I emphasize comprehensive social security coverage for informal, domestic, and platform workers. My legislative initiatives ensure access to health benefits, pensions, and legal protections, addressing vulnerabilities in unregulated sectors.

I also focus on worker grievance redressal, dispute resolution, and strong enforcement mechanisms, bridging the gap between legislation and real-world application to ensure effective and sustainable protections.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Social security schemes for gig and platform workers
  • Welfare measures for domestic workers and transport laborers
  • Legal recognition of previously informal sectors
  • Implementation oversight and grievance mechanisms