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Maharashtra

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Circular and clarification regarding Notification under sec 1(5) of ESI Act, 1948 in respect of establishments in Maharashtra Region for coverage of Medical and Educational Institutes

Maharashtra published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: maharashtra-circular-and-clarification-regarding-notification-under-sec-1-5-of-esi-act-1948-in-respect-of-establishments-in-mahara) on 2026-02-12, filed under Shops and Establishment. The purpose of this notification is to clarify and extend the coverage of the ESI Act to medical and educational institutes in Maharashtra, ensuring social security and health benefits to employees in these sectors.

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Gazette ID maharashtra-circular-and-clarification-regarding-notification-under-sec-1-5-of-esi-act-1948-in-respect-of-establishments-in-mahara
Category Shops and Establishment
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Employers in the medical and educational sectors in Maharashtra must review their current benefits and compliance with the ESI Act, and take necessary steps to register their establishments and provide the required benefits to their employees. They should also ensure timely payment of ESI contributions.

Target Roles:
HR DirectorCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
EducationHealthcare

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • ESI Act, 1948

Compliance Impact

Action RequiredEmployers in the medical and educational sectors in Maharashtra must review their current benefits and compliance with the ESI Act, and take necessary steps to register their establishments and provide the required benefits to their employees. They should also ensure timely payment of ESI contributions.

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to clarify and extend the coverage of the ESI Act to medical and educational institutes in Maharashtra, ensuring social security and health benefits to employees in these sectors.

Summary

The Maharashtra government has issued a circular and clarification regarding the notification under Section 1(5) of the ESI Act, 1948, for establishments in the Maharashtra region, specifically for the coverage of medical and educational institutes. This notification aims to provide clarity on the applicability of the ESI Act to these establishments, ensuring they provide medical and other benefits to their employees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (maharashtra-circular-and-clarification-regarding-notification-under-sec-1-5-of-esi-act-1948-in-respect-of-establishments-in-mahara)?
Maharashtra issued this notification, published on 2026-02-12.
What is Gazette Notification maharashtra-circular-and-clarification-regarding-notification-under-sec-1-5-of-esi-act-1948-in-respect-of-establishments-in-mahara about?
The purpose of this notification is to clarify and extend the coverage of the ESI Act to medical and educational institutes in Maharashtra, ensuring social security and health benefits to employees in these sectors.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official notification is published by the respective State Government and is linked directly from this page for your reference and download.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification maharashtra-circular-and-clarification-regarding-notification-under-sec-1-5-of-esi-act-1948-in-respect-of-establishments-in-mahara?
Employers in the medical and educational sectors in Maharashtra must review their current benefits and compliance with the ESI Act, and take necessary steps to register their establishments and provide the required benefits to their employees. They should also ensure timely payment of ESI contributions. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification maharashtra-circular-and-clarification-regarding-notification-under-sec-1-5-of-esi-act-1948-in-respect-of-establishments-in-mahara?
This notification primarily targets HR Director, Compliance Officer, Employer across the Education, Healthcare sector(s).