Navigating ESI: How Can Employers Support Maternity Benefits for an Employee's Wife?

One of my employees is covered under ESI, and his wife is pregnant with their second baby. My question is, what benefits are available for a staff member's wife's maternity? What procedures should the employer follow to help the employee avail of ESI benefits?

I am eagerly awaiting your reply.

Dear Sir,

One of my employees is covered under ESI, and his wife is currently pregnant with their second baby. I would like to inquire about the benefits available for the staff's wife's maternity.

Could you please provide information on the procedures that need to be followed by the employer to ensure that the employee can avail of the ESI benefits?

I am eagerly awaiting your response.

Thank you.

Dear Kumujegan,

The insured person's (I.P.) wife can avail medical benefits from ESI hospitals/dispensaries. The I.P. can also claim transport allowance if his residence is far away from the ESI Hospital at the time of delivery. To receive medical benefits, it is necessary that her name is included on the ESI card. Apart from medical facilities, she is not entitled to any cash benefits.

N. Lokanadha Babu, Manager-HR

He will receive all the medical facilities if he enrolls his wife in the ESI card. Additionally, the organization will provide him with 15 days of parental leave as per the rules.

Regarding ESI Maternity Claim Application

Thank you for your prompt response. I have a follow-up question regarding how to apply for the ESI maternity claim. I am new to the HR department in my company and have limited knowledge in this area. Your guidance on this matter would be greatly appreciated.

I look forward to your assistance.

Regards,
Kumudha

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Thank you.

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