Social security coverage in India has expanded from 19 percent to over 64 percent. This now encompasses 94 crore people, a significant increase from a decade ago. The Union Government's efforts have strengthened social security and labor frameworks. Four labor codes replaced 29 existing laws, simplifying worker-centric regulations.

India's social protection coverage rises to over 1 billion by 2026, as it hosts the BRICS Labour Ministers' Meeting in Hyderabad.

Social security coverage in India has expanded from 19 percent to over 64 percent. This now encompasses 94 crore people, a significant increase from a decade ago. The Union…