Question : ESI BENEFITS



(a) whether the Union Government have not yet provided ESI benefits to Coir and Cashew Workers in the Southern States;

(b) if so, the reasons therefor; and

(c) the time by which this benefit is likely to be provided to them?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE FOR LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT (SHRI MUNI LALL)

(a): The workers engaged in Coir and Cashew industries coverable under the ESI Scheme and located in notified areas including those in Southern States are already covered for Social Security benefits as admissible under the ESI Scheme.

(b) & (c): Do not arise.