<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Running a business in India means dealing with one of the most complex labour law frameworks in the world. Whether you're a startup, factory, or multi-location company, missing even a single statutory filing can lead to penalties, legal notices, or operational disruptions.

<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">A well-structured labour law compliance checklist India covers every critical area employers must manage:

<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]">✅ Business Registration & Shops and Establishments Act
✅ Employee Onboarding Documentation
✅ Minimum Wages & Salary Registers
✅ EPF & ESI Registration + Monthly Filings
✅ Professional Tax & Labour Welfare Fund (state-wise)
✅ Working Hours, Leave & Overtime Tracking
✅ Statutory Registers & Inspection Records
✅ Notice Board & Labour Law Display Requirements
✅ Factory & Contract Labour Licenses + Renewals
✅ Annual Returns & Government Filings

<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Key facts every employer should know:

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<li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">India has 80+ labour laws and 7,000+ compliance requirements</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Many rules are state-specific &mdash; PT rates, LWF, Shops Act all vary by state</li>
<li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Contractor compliance remains the principal employer's responsibility</li>
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<p class="font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]">Would love to know how others are managing this &mdash; spreadsheets, software, or consultants?