Letters to BS: There should be greater control over labour inspectors

This refers to "Skilling:The way forward" (May 17).Most youths aspire for upward mobility in jobs and hence, existing labour laws, which are too restrictive, require revision with greater flexibility for both employer and employee due to the capitalistic leanings of the economy. Accordingly, there should be greater control over labour inspectors.

The substantial cost of labour due to shortage in supply over demand raises costs. It also necessitates apprenticeship in skilled labour to be made a part of the curriculum for continuing education. India, even according to the existing National Apprenticeship Law Act, falls well behind China and Germany but economic