Labour Code Advisor

Ministry of Labour and Employment

Implementation of ESI Scheme in 25 districts of Madhya Pradesh

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-DL-E-28092026-276560) on 28 September 2026, filed under Extra Ordinary. The purpose of this notification is to extend the coverage of the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Scheme to more districts in Madhya Pradesh, thereby expanding the scope of social security benefits to a larger population.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-DL-E-28092026-276560
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (ii)
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Statutory Compliance Summary Compliance Deadline: Not specified, but implementation is expected to be rolled out soon

Action Required

Employers in the specified districts of Madhya Pradesh must register their employees under the ESI Scheme and contribute to the fund as per the statutory requirements. They must also ensure that their employees are aware of the benefits and procedures under the scheme.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorPayroll ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
AllManufacturingService Sector

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under Section 85 of the ESI Act, 1948, which may include fines and imprisonment for non-compliance

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Employees' State Insurance Act, 1948
  • ESI Scheme

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to extend the coverage of the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Scheme to more districts in Madhya Pradesh, thereby expanding the scope of social security benefits to a larger population.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification for the implementation of the ESI Scheme in 25 districts of Madhya Pradesh, aiming to provide social security and health insurance benefits to employees in the region. This move is expected to benefit a large number of workers and their families in the state, promoting their health, safety, and welfare.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-DL-E-28092026-276560)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 28-Sep-2026.
What is Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-28092026-276560 about?
The purpose of this notification is to extend the coverage of the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Scheme to more districts in Madhya Pradesh, thereby expanding the scope of social security benefits to a larger population.
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.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-28092026-276560?
Employers in the specified districts of Madhya Pradesh must register their employees under the ESI Scheme and contribute to the fund as per the statutory requirements. They must also ensure that their employees are aware of the benefits and procedures under the scheme. The compliance deadline is Not specified, but implementation is expected to be rolled out soon.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-28092026-276560?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Payroll Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the All, Manufacturing, Service Sector sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-DL-E-28092026-276560?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under Section 85 of the ESI Act, 1948, which may include fines and imprisonment for non-compliance.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·