On April 30, 2025, the Ministry of Labour and Employment notified the extension of “public utility service” status for Bhartiya Reserve Bank Note Mudran (P) Limited (BRBNMPL) units located in Mysore (Karnataka) and Salboni (West Bengal). This status has been extended for an additional six months, effective from May 6, 2025, under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947.
🔍 Key Highlights:
🏛️ Issuing Authority: Ministry of Labour and Employment
🏢 Applicable Units:
- BRBNMPL, Mysore (Karnataka)
- BRBNMPL, Salboni (West Bengal)
📜 Legal Basis:
- Section 2(n)(vi) of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
- Covered under Item 25 of the First Schedule to the Act
- ⏳ Effective Period:
- Extension begins May 6, 2025, for six months
🛡️ Purpose of the Extension:
The notification underscores the public interest in maintaining uninterrupted operations at BRBNMPL, a critical entity responsible for printing currency notes in India. Labeling the organization as a public utility service ensures stricter dispute resolution mechanisms and prevents sudden strikes or work stoppages, which could disrupt vital services.
The Government continues to prioritize industrial harmony and national economic security, especially in sectors essential to currency management and public order.
