Tag: ESI

The government of India has announced reduction in the rate of contribution under the Employees’ State Insurance (Act) from 6.5% to 4%. The employers’ contribution has been reduced from 4.75% to 3.25% and employees’ contribution has been reduced from 1.75% to 0.75%. The move is aimed at formalising India’s informal workforce and expanding social security… Continue reading Centre reduces contribution rate for ESI