Chandigarh, April 8 -- Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday announced a hike in the minimum wage for unskilled workers, increasing it from Rs.11,257 to Rs.15,220 per month.

Following recommendations from an expert committee, the Cabinet approved the hike to support labourers. "Keeping these recommendations in view, the Cabinet discussed the matter today and decided to increase the minimum wage," said the Chief Minister.

The Haryana CM also announced that the cabinet had approved a 33% reservation for women in the allocation of ration depots under the public distribution system (PDS).

"Through various schemes, including the Lakhpati Didi and Namo Drone Didi schemes, women are being made active participants in the develo...