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The Factories (Tamil Nadu Amendment) Bill, 2023 was adopted by the State Assembly on April 21 amidst opposition from most of the parties.

Workers in the state will have the option to work for four days in a week with three days paid leave, and total weekly working hours will remain unchanged, said Industries Minister Thangam Thennarasu. This will benefit women workers, the minister said while adding that action will be taken against factories that force employees to work against their wishes.