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Workers Health Check-up Scheme
May 17 , 2026
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- The Union Labour Ministry announced free annual health check-ups for workers aged 40 years and above through the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC).
- The scheme is linked to the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSH) Code, 2020.
- Workers handling toxic chemicals or heavy machinery will get mandatory health check-ups and free treatment if illness is detected.
- The scheme mainly focuses on non-communicable diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.
- Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) hospitals and dispensaries will provide the health services.
- The e-Shram portal is being integrated with ESIC to improve worker coverage across India.
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