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Coverage of ESI Scheme in 6 Districts of Bihar.

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-01052025-262790) on 1 May 2025 (issued 30-Apr-2025), filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the Code on Social Security, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to expand the coverage of the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Scheme to more districts in Bihar, thereby enhancing social security for workers in the region.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-01052025-262790
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
Related Code Code on Social Security, 2020
Download PDF View Original on egazette.gov.in
Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: 2025-04-30

Action Required

Employers in the 6 districts of Bihar must register their employees under the ESI Scheme and contribute to the fund as per the regulations. They must also ensure that their employees are aware of the benefits and procedures to avail them.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
All

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 85 of the ESI Act, 1948

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • ESI Act, 1948
  • ESI Scheme

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to expand the coverage of the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Scheme to more districts in Bihar, thereby enhancing social security for workers in the region.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification for the coverage of the ESI Scheme in 6 districts of Bihar, aiming to extend social security benefits to more workers. This move is expected to benefit a large number of employees in the region by providing them with medical care and other social security benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-01052025-262790)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 01-May-2025.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-01052025-262790 about?
The purpose of this notification is to expand the coverage of the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Scheme to more districts in Bihar, thereby enhancing social security for workers in the region.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official gazette PDF is published on egazette.gov.in. An archived copy is also available for download directly from this page, in case the official portal is temporarily unavailable.
Which Labour Code does this notification relate to?
This notification relates to the Code on Social Security, 2020.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-01052025-262790?
Employers in the 6 districts of Bihar must register their employees under the ESI Scheme and contribute to the fund as per the regulations. They must also ensure that their employees are aware of the benefits and procedures to avail them. The compliance deadline is 2025-04-30.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-01052025-262790?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-01052025-262790?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 85 of the ESI Act, 1948.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·