International Labourers’ Day 2026 is being celebrated across India with tributes, rallies, and events honouring workers’ contributions. The day highlights the historic struggle for fair wages, better conditions, and the eight-hour workday, while promoting unity and dignity of labour nationwide. (Pics/PTI and X)
Updated On: 2026-05-03 09:39 AM IST
Compiled by : Tarun Verma
The day commemorates the struggle for better working conditions, fair wages, and a reasonable eight-hour daily limit on work
May 1 was chosen in 1889 by the Second International to honor these labour activists and advocate for workers' rights globally
Labourers day marks the dedication and hard work of employees across all industries who keep society functioning
This day also promotes solidarity among workers and unions, emphasizing that progress is driven by people
Along with Labour Day, India also celebrated the statehood days of Maharashtra and Gujarat. In Maharashtra, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives during the Samyukta Maharashtra Movement, at Hutatma Chowk in Mumbai
