Ahead of BRICS forum, BMS outlines AI agenda centred on labour protections

Source: Business Standard | Original Published At: 2026-07-01 13:39:03 UTC

Key Points

• The Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS) outlined the BRICS Trade Union Forum's AI task force work programme focusing on labour protections.
• Key issues identified include workplace surveillance, automation-led job displacement, and rights for platform workers.
• India will host the 15th BRICS Trade Union Forum in Hyderabad from 14 to 16 July under BMS presidency.
• The task force aims to produce a common position paper and practical frameworks for BRICS trade unions on technology governance.
• Priority areas include reskilling, equitable sharing of productivity gains, and strengthening social security for gig workers.
• The task force will consist of representatives from BRICS trade union centres and subject experts operating by consensus.