The Government of Karnataka on 7th March, 2024 published the Karnataka Motor Transport and Other Allied Workers’ Social Security and Welfare Act, 2024. The Act aims to provide social security and welfare measures for motor transport and other allied workers in the state.
It outlines the applicability of the Act, the constitution of the Karnataka State Motor Transport and Other Allied Workers’ Social Security and Welfare Board, definitions of key terms, powers and functions of the Board, collection and assessment of cess, appointment of registering officers, registration of workers, manner of claiming social security benefits, creation and utilization of the fund, administration of collections, appeal process, and rules and provisions for addressing difficulties in implementing the Act.
The notification introduces the Karnataka Motor Transport and Other Allied Workers’ Social Security and Welfare Act, 2024, designed to provide social security and welfare measures for workers in the motor transport and allied sectors in Karnataka. It outlines the establishment of the Karnataka State Motor Transport and Other Allied Workers’ Social Security and Welfare Board, with details of its composition, powers, and functions.
The Act includes provisions for the collection and assessment of cess, appointment of registering officers, registration of workers, claiming social security benefits, creation and utilization of the fund, administration of collections, appeal process, and rules for addressing difficulties in implementing the Act. Additionally, a schedule is provided detailing various welfare schemes for the beneficiaries, such as accident benefits, medical reimbursement, disability, and educational assistance.
