Are watchmen or security personnel (watch-and-ward staff) considered "workers" under the Factories Act, 1948?

Yes, watchmen or security personnel (watch-and-ward staff) are considered “workers” under the Factories Act, 1948 if their duties are incidental to or connected with the manufacturing process, as per Section 2(l). 

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