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    A risky existence: tackling dangers to the children of migrant construction workers

    In India, there are regular reports of young children being killed or injured while living in makeshift houses on construction sites where their parents work long hours as labourers. However, construction companies, schools and NGOs are increasingly working together to provide on-site childcare centres and schools so children can both be kept safe from the dangers and receive an education.

    By Orchie Bandyopadhyay on 13 May 2025

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    India’s female gig workers: digital strike opens new battleground for better conditions

    India’s female gig workers recently withheld their labour on Diwali day in protest over poor working conditions and rights, and commentators say the success of their organisation via digital channels means a powerful new tool is emerging in the battle for marginalised workers to get their voices heard publicly.

    By Orchie Bandyopadhyay on 09 December 2024

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    Toilet trouble: how India’s female workers face inadequate sanitation at work

    Employers in India are failing to provide sufficient and separate toilet facilities for female workers, leaving women struggling to find safe sanitation and being discouraged from entering the world of work.

    By Orchie Bandyopadhyay on 07 March 2023

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    Pregnant but not protected

    Many Indian women are entitled to maternity leave and are protected from dismissal while taking it, but the rights do not extend to all workers, and regularly have to be fought for through the courts.

    By Orchie Bandyopadhyay on 07 February 2022