Functions of the Board
- A tripartite Board is constituted by the State Government, consisting of representatives of Mathadi workers, employers who engage them, and the State Government. Until such a Board is formally constituted, a single-member Board may be appointed.
- Through the Board, decisions are taken to ensure that workers receive fair wages, regular and stable employment, paid leave, provident fund, gratuity, and other welfare facilities and benefits.
- This Act has provided social security to unorganised workers such as Mathadi workers, who otherwise do not fall within the scope of conventional labour laws.
- Most Mathadi workers work collectively in groups known as gangs. Each gang consists of a minimum of 2 workers and may include up to 300 workers. The head of the gang is known as a Mukadam.
- Generally, Mathadi workers are paid on a piece-rate basis. The monthly wages, along with the Board levy, are deposited directly by the registered employers with the Mathadi Board. After deducting the levy, the remaining wage amount is credited to the bank accounts of the workers in the gang.
- The Board also acts as a mediator to resolve disputes between registered employers and workers.
