The Department of Labour and Occupational Safety has directed all employers and establishments to provide festival allowances to their workers, saying the payment is mandatory under the Labour Act, 2074.
In a notice issued on Thursday, the department cited Section 37 of the Act, which requires every worker to receive a festival allowance in line with their prevailing religion, culture and tradition. The department also urged workers to file complaints if their employers do not provide the allowance.
What the Labour Act requires
Section 37 of the Labour Act, 2074, requires employers to provide workers with festival allowance in accordance with their religion, culture and tradition. The department's notice reiterated that the obligation applies to all employers and establishments.
Workers urged to report unpaid allowances
The department has asked workers who do not receive the allowance to file complaints. Its notice was issued under the Ministry of Youth, Labour and Employment.
