Labour Codes & ESIC Benefits Explained With Vikas Kundal, ESIC Regional Director

A candid and informative conversation with Vikas Kundal, Regional Director, ESIC, J&K and Ladakh, on how India’s new Labour Codes and ESIC are reshaping the world of work—especially for employees, employers and youth in Jammu & Kashmir. We break down what the Labour Code really means in practice, how wages and job security are affected, and how workers can actually use ESIC benefits on the ground, from hospital access to compensation in case of workplace accidents. The episode also explores the role of technology, online registration, ESIC’s digital services and the real implementation challenges, ending with a clear message to young people about knowing their rights, staying in the formal system, and making the most of the social security net.

00:00 Introduction
02:53 Overview of Labour Codes
04:36 Definition of Labour under Labour Codes
05:29 Code on Wages – Key Highlights
07:51 Offer Letters and Salary Provisions under Labour Codes
11:59 Gratuity – Concept and Applicability
13:19 Role of Technology in Labour Codes & Registration Process
17:23 ESIC Coverage for Hospitals
18:52 ESIC Contribution Requirements
20:53 Benefits for Women Employees
24:38 Effectiveness of ESIC Processes & Employer Benefits
28:23 Leave Provisions under Labour Codes
29:14 Implementation Challenges
32:04 Compensation for Work-Related Accidents
34:31 Revenue Sources of ESIC
36:38 ESIC Smartphone Application
38:03 Role of Facilitators in Labour Codes
42:03 Biggest Challenges in Labour Code Implementation
43:46 Vikas Kundal on Jammu & Message to Youth

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