Bare Act

The Chhattisgarh Essential Service Maintenance Act, 1979 No. 10 of 1979

This law empowers the state government to prohibit strikes and work stoppages across specified essential public services to prevent severe disruption to daily life. It applies to government and local authority personnel, including contract workers, in crucial sectors such as public health, electricity, transport, water supply, disaster relief, public distribution, and election duties. The legislation prohibits organized refusals to work, overtime refusals, property damage, and incitement or financial support for illegal strikes. Unlawful strike activities carry criminal penalties including fines and imprisonment. This law matters because it ensures the uninterrupted operation of critical public infrastructure and vital community services.

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