This audio story, authored by Sudha Bharadwaj, delves into the steady deterioration of labor rights in India under the influence of neoliberal economic policies. It examines how the New Economic Policy has exacerbated workers' hardships, undermined trade unions, and deepened economic inequalities. Bharadwaj, a noted trade unionist and human rights activist, offers a compelling critique of the systemic challenges faced by India’s labor force, highlighting the urgent need for policies centered on social justice and workers' welfare.