<h1>Proposed Amendment to Payment of Wages Act Allows Optional Bank Payments, Enhancing Transparency and Employee Security u/s 6.</h1> The government clarified that the proposed amendment to the Payment of Wages Act is not to mandate wage payments exclusively through cheques or bank transfers. Instead, it aims to provide an additional option for employers to pay wages via banking methods, alongside existing cash payment options. The amendment to Section 6 will allow payments through bank accounts or cheques, enhancing transparency and ensuring compliance with minimum wage laws. This change aligns with technological advancements and protects employees' social security rights. Some states have already issued notifications for wage payments through banking channels.