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Date: 22-Feb-2023 Category: Extra Ordinary State: Union Government Country: India

Implementation of ESI Act in Imphal

Issued by Ministry of Labour and Employment · Social Security I

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Executive Summary & Key Takeaways

What it means

  • The notification extends the applicability of specific provisions of the Employees' State Insurance (ESI) Act, 1948 to all areas of Imphal East and Imphal West districts in Manipur, effective March 1, 2023. This includes areas that were not previously covered under the ESI Act within these districts.

Key Changes

  • The Central Government, using powers conferred by sub-section (3) of section 1 of the Employees’ State Insurance Act, 1948, has appointed March 1, 2023, as the date when specified sections of the Act will be enforced in all areas of Imphal East and Imphal West districts of Manipur.
  • The specific sections of the ESI Act coming into force are:
  • Chapter IV: Sections 38 to 43 (related to contributions) and Sections 45A to 45H (related to determination of contributions).
  • Chapter V: Sections 46 to 73 (related to benefits).
  • Chapter VI: Section 74 (related to constitution of Medical Benefit Council), Section 75 (related to matters to be decided by the ESI court), Sub-sections (2) to (4) of Section 76 (related to appeals to High Court), Section 80 (related to benefits not to be received twice), Section 82 (related to the mode of recovery of contribution), and Section 83 (related to refund of contribution erroneously paid).

Impact Analysis

Employers in Imphal East and Imphal West Districts

  • Action Items: Assess employee base to determine eligibility for ESI coverage. Register the establishment with ESIC. Ensure compliance with ESI contribution requirements. Familiarize themselves with the provisions of the ESI Act, including contribution rates, benefits, and compliance procedures.

Employees in Imphal East and Imphal West Districts

  • Action Items: Register with ESIC through their employer. Understand the benefits available under the ESI scheme and how to access them.

ESI Corporation (ESIC)

  • Action Items: Establish or expand ESIC infrastructure in the newly covered areas. Conduct awareness campaigns to educate employers and employees about the ESI scheme. Ensure adequate resources are available to process claims and provide benefits.

State Government of Manipur

  • Action Items: Support ESIC in establishing infrastructure and conducting awareness campaigns. Monitor the implementation of the ESI Act and address any challenges that may arise.

Key Entities Referenced

Employees' State Insurance Act, 1948: A social security legislation that provides for health insurance and other benefits to employees in certain establishments. Central Government: The Union Government of India, responsible for administering the ESI Act. Imphal East and Imphal West Districts: Two districts in the state of Manipur where the specified provisions of the ESI Act are being extended. ESIC: Employee State Insurance Corporation, responsible for administering the ESI scheme.
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