Rishikesh: THDC India Limited is organizing ‘VIMARSH 2026 – THDC HR Confluence’, a two-day national conclave on the theme “Workforce 2026: Driving Organisational Readiness for India’s New Labour Codes”, at the Rasmanjari Auditorium, THDCIL, Rishikesh from 30th to 31st October, 2026
The inaugural session was graced by Sipan Kumar Garg, Managing Director, THDC India Limited, who addressed the gathering and highlighted the importance of understanding the evolving labour-law landscape and strengthening organisational preparedness to translate regulatory reforms into effective workplace practices.
Sipan Kumar Garg emphasised that the workforce is an organisation’s most valuable asset and that HR plays a crucial role in nurturing talent, enhancing employee engagement and driving organisational excellence. He stressed the need for HR professionals to adopt a proactive and progressive approach to equip the workforce for emerging challenges while fostering a productive, inclusive and future-ready workplace.
The opening keynote address was delivered by Dr. Onkar Sharma, Former Chief Labour Commissioner (Central), who spoke on “From Reform Vision to Four Labour Codes: The Legislative Journey”, tracing the evolution of India’s labour-law framework, the intent behind legislative consolidation and the key principles guiding its implementation.
A special address was subsequently delivered by His Holiness Swami Yoga Swarupananda Ji, who shared insights on the principles of Karma Yoga, emphasising ethical conduct and selfless service.
An important highlight of the inaugural proceedings was the launch of the Labour Code Readiness Compendium, aimed at providing delegates with a practical reference resource to support their understanding and implementation of the new Labour Codes.
The inaugural programme also featured the presence of distinguished dignitaries and experts, including Mr. Vinay Trivedi, Former Deputy Director General, Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, Sh. Rupin Chopra, Associate Partner at S.S. Rana & Co. Sh. Ashissh Kaul, Senior Director, Advisory & Business Head, PSE, SHRM and other eminent representatives from the fields of labour administration, human resources and industry.
The inaugural proceedings commenced with the welcome address by Dr. A. N. Tripathy, CGM (HR-Admin, CC), THDCIL, who set the context for the two-day conclave and highlighted the significance of deliberations on India’s new Labour Codes.
With SHRM India as Knowledge partner, VIMARSH 2026 is designed as a platform for meaningful dialogue on the four Labour Codes—Code on Wages, Industrial Relations Code, Code on Social Security, and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code. The conclave seeks to bridge the gap between regulatory reforms and their practical implementation, while fostering greater compliance, workforce resilience and organisational excellence.
