Are Workers Earning Over ₹10,000 Excluded from the ID Act? Let's Discuss

In the ID Act, it is mentioned that the workmen drawing less than ₹10,000/- per month are covered under the ID Act.

My question is, if a worker is drawing more than ₹10,000/- per month, are they not covered under the ID Act?

Regards,
GIRI

Understanding the Definition of a Workman Under the ID Act

The definition under Section 2(s) of the ID Act is not exclusive but should be interpreted based on the functions and responsibilities that a particular employee holds within the organization. Therefore, all employees who do not have supervisory or managerial authority fall under the definition of a workman, even if their salary exceeds ₹10,000. Various judgments state that an employee with the authority to approve leave for subordinates, initiate disciplinary action, or evaluate their performance is considered a managerial or supervisory employee. Hence, those who do not fit these criteria are considered workmen. It is important to note that even pilots earning a monthly salary of over five lakhs are classified as workmen under the ID Act for these reasons.

Regards,
Madhu.T.K

Dear Madhu, can you please explain Section 22 of the ID Act? I have some doubts and don't clearly understand the first point in Section 22. Furthermore, in one interview, I was asked whether the public utility service industry should give notice and what the conditions are for non-public utility service industries. Please explain.

Regards,
GIRI