Central
ESINotification regarding Funeral Expenses under Rule 21 of the Social Security Central Rules, 2026 w.e.f 08th May 2026 in ESI
Central published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: central-notification-regarding-funeral-expenses-under-rule-21-of-the-social-security-central-rules-2026-w-e-f-08th-may-2026-in-esi) on 2026-10-16, filed under ESI. The purpose of this notification is to provide social security benefits to insured persons and their dependents under the ESI Act.
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| Gazette ID | central-notification-regarding-funeral-expenses-under-rule-21-of-the-social-security-central-rules-2026-w-e-f-08th-may-2026-in-esi |
| Category | ESI |
Action Required
Employers must ensure that they are aware of and comply with the revised rules regarding funeral expenses under the ESI Act, and provide the necessary benefits to their employees. They should also update their records and notify their employees about the changes.
Statutes & Rules Amended
- Social Security Central Rules, 2026
- ESI Act
Compliance Impact
| Action Required | Employers must ensure that they are aware of and comply with the revised rules regarding funeral expenses under the ESI Act, and provide the necessary benefits to their employees. They should also update their records and notify their employees about the changes. |
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Purpose
The purpose of this notification is to provide social security benefits to insured persons and their dependents under the ESI Act.
Summary
The Central Government has issued a notification regarding funeral expenses under Rule 21 of the Social Security Central Rules, 2026, effective from 08th May 2026, for ESI beneficiaries. This notification aims to provide financial assistance for funeral expenses to the dependents of insured persons.