Are Film Set Workers Being Denied Their Lunch Breaks? Let's Discuss Fair Treatment

Hi sir, I am aware of the daily wages of trade union workers who are not allowed to eat during lunch hours, typically around 1:30 PM. They are compelled to continue working on film or serial sets to ensure that particular shots are completed on time. Consequently, workers sometimes miss their breaks and may not have lunch until 3 PM or 4 PM, but this issue is often overlooked. This situation is prevalent at many shooting locations where workers are not permitted to have their lunch on time. Although lunch is provided by the company, they are not allowed to eat it promptly.

Hello,

I'm sorry to hear about the working conditions you've described. It's important to know that employees have rights, and there are labor laws in place to protect these rights. Here are some steps you can take:

1. 🔊 Know Your Rights: According to the Factories Act 1948, which is applicable to India, no adult worker shall be required or allowed to work in a factory for more than five hours before he has had an interval for rest of at least half an hour. This means if you start your work at 8:30 AM, you should be allowed a break for lunch at 1:30 PM.

2. 💁‍♂️ Discuss with Union: As a member of a trade union, bring this issue to the attention of your union leaders. They can take this matter up with the management on behalf of all workers.

3. ✍️ Document Your Experience: Keep a record of instances where you were not allowed a lunch break. This could be useful evidence if you need to take this matter further.

4. 🈯 Report to Authorities: If the issue persists and management or your union is not taking appropriate action, you can report this to the local labor department or other relevant authorities.

5. 💃 Seek Legal Advice: If all else fails, you might want to consider seeking legal advice. Labor lawyers can guide you on your rights and the best course of action.

Remember, it's important to maintain open communication with your employer about your concerns. Hopefully, these steps will help you to resolve this issue.