In pursuance of powers conferred by Section 32(2) of the Code on Social Security, 2020 (36 of 2020) and Regulation 95 A of the Employees State Insurance (General) Regulations

**Executive Summary** This notification issued by the Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) announces the extension of medical benefits to the families of insured persons in several districts of Mizoram. Pursuant to the Code on Social Security, 2020, and the ESI (General) Regulations, 1950, the Director General has fixed the effective commencement date as April 1, 2026. **Key Points / Main Content** **Legal Framework and Authority** * The notification is issued under the powers conferred by Section 32(2) and Section 164(2)(b) of the Code on Social Security, 2020. * It operates in conjunction with Regulation 95-A of the Employees’ State Insurance (General) Regulations, 1950. **Extension of Medical Benefits** * Medical benefits as defined under Regulation 95-A are extended to the families of insured persons. * The benefit applies to all areas within the specified districts. **Geographical Coverage** * The extension applies to ten specific districts in Mizoram: Saitual, Serchhip, Khawazal, Champhai, Lawngtlai, Lunglei, Saiha, Mamit, Kolasib, and Hnahthial. **Effective Date** * The implementation date for the extension of these benefits is fixed as April 1, 2026. **Impact Analysis** **Families of Insured Persons in Specified Mizoram Districts** **Impact** Family members of insured workers in the listed districts become eligible to receive medical benefits under the ESI scheme. **Action Required** Eligible family members should seek medical services through ESI-authorized facilities as needed. **Insured Persons (Employees)** **Impact** Insured employees working in the covered districts gain medical security for their dependents. **Action Required** Employees should ensure their family details are correctly registered and updated with the ESIC to enable access to benefits. **ESIC and Local Healthcare Providers** **Impact** The administrative and medical infrastructure in the specified districts must support an increased volume of beneficiaries. **Action Required** Relevant authorities must ensure medical facilities and services are operational and available to families starting from the April 1, 2026, deadline.

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