Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020 · Chapter XIV: Miscellaneous
Section 140: Powers to regulate general safety and health
Notwithstanding any law for the time being in force, the Central Government may make rules to regulate general safety and health of the persons residing in whole or part of India, in the event of declaration of an epidemic, pandemic or disaster, for such period as may be notified by the Central Government.
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