🛠️ Why Labour Day Still Matters in 2025 Labour Day , celebrated globally on May 1st , honors the rights, dignity, and contributions of workers across all sectors. In 2025, its relevance is greater than ever. A Brief History of Labour Day (Global Context) Labour Day began in remembrance of the Haymarket Affair in Chicago (1886) —a pivotal moment in the global labor movement that fought for the 8-hour workday. Labour Day in India: Where It All Began India first observed Labour Day in Chennai, 1923 , led by the Labour Kisan Party of Hindustan . It became a symbol of respect and justice for Indian workers. Constitutional Support for Workers’ Rights Articles 23 & 24 prohibit forced and child labour. Directive Principles (Art. 38, 39, 41, 42, 43, 43A) guide India toward fairness and dignity at work. Labour Law Reforms and 4 New Labour Codes India merged 29 labour laws into 4 simplified codes : Wages, Industrial Relations, Social Security, and Occu...