Rs 3.36 crore settlement for 217 workers at UltraTech's Bathinda unit
On 14 October 2026, two memoranda of understanding were signed between UltraTech's Bathinda management and workers' unions after conciliation efforts by the Labour and Employment Ministry. The agreements are expected to give about Rs 3.36 crore in financial benefit to 217 workers over the next five years.
What this means for you
This settlement directly concerns 217 employees of UltraTech's Bathinda unit and their unions. It has no direct effect on ordinary readers, who do not need to do anything. For workers at this unit, it is news about benefits.
Key facts
- Two memoranda of understanding were signed on 14 October 2026
- Agreements were between UltraTech Bathinda management and CITU and AITUC
- 217 workers are expected to get about Rs 3.36 crore over the next five years
- Agreed benefits will apply retrospectively from the second quarter of the year
- The Assistant Labour Commissioner (Central), Jalandhar, and the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) were involved in the conciliation
What happened
The Assistant Labour Commissioner (Central), Jalandhar, working under the office of the Chief Labour Commissioner (Central) of the Labour and Employment Ministry, made conciliation efforts. As a result, two memoranda of understanding were signed on 14 October 2026 between the management of UltraTech’s Bathinda unit and workers’ unions.
The agreements were signed with the Indian Trade Union Centre (CITU) and the All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC). The ministry described this as an important step for workers’ welfare and harmonious industrial relations.
Who benefits
The agreements are expected to give about Rs 3.36 crore in financial benefit to 217 workers over the next five years. This benefit is directly linked to the employees working at UltraTech’s Bathinda unit.
When the benefits apply
A key feature of the agreements is that, as per their terms, the agreed benefits will apply retrospectively from the second quarter of the year. Retrospective means the benefits are treated as applying from an earlier date.
How it was achieved
According to the ministry, the agreements were possible through constructive dialogue and cooperation between management and workers’ representatives. The Chief Labour Commissioner (Central), Jalandhar, also took an active part.
The ministry called this an example of how conciliation can produce a solution acceptable to both sides and promote collective bargaining.
What this means for ordinary readers
This news concerns the employees of one company’s unit and their unions. It has no direct effect on the general public, and readers do not need to take any action.
The ministry also said the step reflects its commitment to protecting workers’ interests, facilitating amicable settlement of industrial disputes and promoting fair labour practices.
Questions and answers
When was the UltraTech Bathinda agreement signed?
On 14 October 2026. Two memoranda of understanding were signed that day between UltraTech Bathinda's management and workers' unions.
How many workers will benefit?
217 workers. The agreements are expected to give these workers about Rs 3.36 crore in financial benefit over the next five years.
Which unions signed the agreements?
CITU and AITUC. Both workers' organisations were part of the agreements.
From when will the benefits apply?
As per the terms of the agreements, the agreed benefits will apply retrospectively from the second quarter of the year.
Do ordinary people need to do anything?
No. The settlement concerns employees of one company's unit and has no direct effect on the general public.
Source: PIB, "बठिंडा स्थित अल्ट्राटेक के 217 कर्मचारियों के लिए 3.36 करोड़ रुपए के समझौते", 29 October 2026. Read the original notice
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