Latest news with #Employees'StateInsuranceCorporation
Hans India
29-05-2025
- Health
- Hans India
Centre's ESIC Officials Visit Mangaluru ESI Hospital Following MP Brijesh Chowta's Persistent Push
Mangaluru: A high-level team from the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) headquarters in New Delhi visited the ESI Hospital in Shivabagh, Mangaluru on Thursday, following persistent efforts by Dakshina Kannada MP Capt. Brijesh Chowta. The visit aimed to assess the state of infrastructure and address the chronic shortage of staff and medical personnel that has plagued the hospital for months. The central team included Deputy Medical Commissioner Mona Verma and South Zone Insurance Commissioner (under ICT) T. Renuka Prasad. The team conducted a detailed inspection of the hospital's wards, laboratories, operating theatres, and staff quarters, and held discussions with the hospital's Medical Superintendent Dr Shailaja and other staff. The visit comes in the wake of several representations made by Capt. Chowta to both the ESIC Director General in Delhi and Karnataka's Labour Minister. The MP had earlier paid a surprise visit to the hospital and expressed concern over the difficulties faced by the district's working-class patients due to the lack of adequate medical staff and facilities. Following this, he had urged the state to establish a "Karnataka ESI Society" to streamline administration, enable quicker procurement of medical equipment, and facilitate the recruitment of qualified doctors and paramedics. Despite writing to the Labour Minister over three months ago, Chowta said no action had been taken by the state government. Speaking to reporters after the ESIC team's visit, Capt. Chowta said he was pleased with the prompt response from the Centre. "The visit by the ESIC officials is a result of continuous follow-up. I am confident this will lead to substantial improvement in the quality of treatment and infrastructure at the hospital," he stated. However, he emphasised the urgent need for the Karnataka government to step up. "To ensure smooth operation of ESI services across the state and to fully utilise Central funds, the state must immediately constitute an ESI Society. If not, the government should seriously consider transferring the hospital's management to ESIC to avoid further delays that affect healthcare delivery to the poor and working-class population," Chowta said. During their visit, the Delhi team also reportedly indicated their willingness to take over the hospital's administration, if the state agrees, and upgrade services within the existing regulatory framework. The ESIC hospital in Mangaluru serves a large section of industrial workers and low-income earners in Dakshina Kannada district, and has long been considered a critical healthcare facility for insured persons under the ESI scheme.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
ESIC job creation rises 5.8% in March, adding 1.63 million employees, almost half under 25
Formal employment under the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) surged in March, with new job creation increasing by 5.79%, reaching 1.63 million, up from 1.54 million in February, provisional payroll data released by the ministry of labour and employment on Friday said. The data also revealed a 33.9% rise in establishments joining the social security umbrella of ESIC with 31,514 new units enrolled in March. This was a sharp uptick from the previous month which recorded 23,526 joinees, as reported by ET. Youth employment remained a strong driver, with nearly half, 0.79 million or 49%, of the new registrations in March belonging to individuals aged 25 years or younger. Female participation also showed encouraging signs, with 0.36 million women registering during the month. Additionally, the ESIC recorded registrations of 100 transgender employees, highlighting the organisation's commitment to inclusivity. However, since data generation is a continuous process, the payroll data is provisional. The ESIC, established under the ESI Act of 1948, is a major statutory social security institution alongside the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation which provides medical care and cash benefits to employees earning up to Rs 21,000 a month. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo These benefits are funded by contributions of both the employees who contribute 0.75% of their wages while taking 3.25% from employers, bringing the total to 4%. Registered members receive comprehensive benefits, including medical treatment for themselves and dependents, maternity benefits for women, unemployment cash support in specific circumstances, and compensation for employment-related disability or death, including family pensions. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
Hans India
24-05-2025
- Business
- Hans India
16.33 lakh new workers enrolled for benefits under ESI scheme in March
New Delhi: The provisional payroll data of the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) shows that 16.33 lakh new employees have been added during March this year. As many as 31,514 new establishments have been brought under the social security ambit of the ESI Scheme in the month of March, thus ensuring social security to more workers, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Labour and Employment. Through the data, it is noticeable that out of the total 16.33 lakh employees added during the month, 7.96 lakh employees amounting to around 49 per cent of the total registrations belong to the age group of upto 25 years. According to the ministry, the gender-wise analysis of the payroll data indicates that the net enrolment of female members has been 3.61 lakh in March. Besides, a total of 100 transgender employees have also got registered under ESI Scheme, which attests the commitment of ESIC to deliver its benefits to every section of the society. The payroll data is provisional since the data generation is a continuous exercise. Meanwhile, the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) added 14.58 lakh net members in the month of March, and increase of 1.15 per cent in net payroll additions compared to March 2024. EPFO enrolled around 7.54 lakh new subscribers in March 2025, representing a 2.03 per cent increase over February and 0.98 per cent (year-over-year) growth compared to the previous year in March 2024. A noticeable aspect of the data is the dominance of the 18-25 age group, as 4.45 lakh new subscribers were added in the 18-25 age group, constituting a significant 58.94 per cent of the total new subscribers added in March 2025. According to the ministry, approximately 13.23 lakh members, who had exited earlier, rejoined EPFO in March.
The Hindu
22-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
ESIC to hold joint outreach programme with EPFO in Coimbatore
The Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) and the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) are organising a joint outreach programme under Nidhi Aapke Nikat 2.0 on May 27, 2025 (Tuesday) from 10 a.m. onwards for grievance redressal of their stakeholders. The programme will be held at multiple venues. Coimbatore District: M/S. Metro Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Near ABT Maruti Suzuki Car Showroom, Karamadai Road, Mettupalayam - 641301. Tirupur District: M/S. Leshark Global LLP - Unit 1, 10/685 to 692 Opp. Park School, Karaipudur Village, Chinnakkarai, Palladam, Tirupur 641605. Erode District: M/S. Vellalar College of Education, Maruthi Nagar, Thindal, Erode 638012. Nilgiris District: M/S. St Joseph's College of Education, St Mary's Hill, Woodcock Road, Ooty, The Nilgiris, 643001. For any clarifications related to ESIC, contact: benefit-srokovia@ /04222362308. For queries related to EPFO, contact: .
The Hindu
15-05-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
ESIC to issue certificates for admission of members' wards
The Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has begun the process for procuring 'Ward of IP Certificate' for children of Insured Persons (IP) seeking admission to MBBS, BDS or Nursing programmes for the academic year 2025-26. Applicants must apply for the certificate by May 18, a press note from the ESIC regional director said. Applications can be submitted through ESIC's official website: and Further details regarding the documents required are available on the website. For additional queries, the Regional Office of Puducherry can be contacted at 0413-2357642.
