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Karnataka households may soon have a standardized wage system<\/strong> for domestic help. The proposed Domestic Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill<\/strong> aims to ensure fair salaries, social security, and welfare benefits for maids, cooks, drivers, nannies, and other domestic workers across urban areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Minimum Wage Linked to Tasks and Hours<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Bill proposes a rate card system<\/strong>, matching wages to the number of hours worked<\/strong> and the specific chores undertaken<\/strong>. Each task will be assigned a price, helping determine the overall salary. This approach addresses long-standing issues where workers are paid inconsistently and often below fair standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mandatory Registration and Oversight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

All domestic workers, employers, and service providers, including placement agencies and digital platforms<\/strong>, will be required to register<\/strong> under the Bill. A dedicated Karnataka State Domestic Workers Social Security and Welfare Board<\/strong> will oversee implementation, manage grievance redressal, and ensure welfare schemes reach eligible workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Welfare Fee and Digital Compliance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A welfare fee of up to 5% of wages<\/strong> will be levied on employers and service providers, payable<\/a> via digital transactions<\/strong>. Employers must submit wage calculation sheets<\/strong> annually, with penalties for discrepancies. This fund will support benefits including medical coverage, pensions, education assistance, and compensation for workplace injuries<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tripartite Board and Stakeholder Representation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Bill envisions a tripartite board<\/strong> with representatives from the state government, domestic workers and unions, employers, service providers, and resident welfare associations<\/strong>. This ensures equitable governance<\/strong> and proper monitoring of welfare schemes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learning from Other States<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Karnataka\u2019s initiative follows Telangana\u2019s domestic workers\u2019 Bill<\/strong> but will be tailored to local needs. It builds on the state\u2019s experience with the Gig Workers Social Security and Welfare Bill, 2024<\/strong>, and the Cine and Cultural Activists Welfare Bill, 2024<\/strong>, both establishing dedicated funds for worker benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Objective and Impact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

By introducing a rights-based, contributory framework<\/strong>, Karnataka aims to improve transparency, protect domestic workers from exploitation, and provide comprehensive social security<\/strong>. The legislation is expected to be presented to the cabinet within the next two weeks<\/strong>, potentially transforming the domestic work sector in the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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