West Bengal Government’s Decision: FAWLOI Scheme Extended

Following the Department Notification No. 425/(LC-IR)/22015(17)/6/2018 dated April 22, 2022, the Governor has chosen to extend the “Financial Assistance to the Workers in Locked-Out Industrial Units (FAWLOI)” scheme, with amendments, for an additional one-year period.

West Bengal Government Grants Puja/Eid Ex-Gratia Relief to Workers

The Government of West Bengal is pleased to announce a one-time Puja/Eid ex-gratia relief of Rs. 1500/- (Rupees one thousand five hundred only) per individual for the year 2024 to workers covered under the ‘Financial Assistance to the Workers in Locked Out Industrial Units’ (FAWLOI) scheme.

Government Announcement: Paid Holiday for Lok Sabha Elections

The Labour Department is tasked with providing locations for displaying awareness messages within the office premises of all 11 districts and on notice. Stringent enforcement of labor laws is mandated, and May 25, 2024, is designated as a mandatory paid holiday.

Haryana Government’s Election Exemption: Workers Granted Time Off

In light of the upcoming general elections to the Lok Sabha and bye-election to the 21-Karnal Assembly Constituency in Haryana, scheduled for May 25, 2024, the Office of Chief Electoral Officer, Haryana, has issued a directive to ensure public participation in the electoral process.

EPFO Raises Eligibility Limit for Auto Claims Processing

The Competent Authority has approved the expansion of the eligibility limit for auto claim settlements under Paragraph 68J, raising it from Rs. 50,000/- to Rs. 1,00,000/-. This exciting development, implemented on April 10, 2024, reflects our commitment to providing better services to our valued stakeholders.