Received an ESIC Notice for Unpaid Contributions – Should I Attend the Hearing if I Pay Now?

I didn't pay ESIC contributions for my sole proprietorship for 6 months as the number of employees count went below 10. I received a notice from ESIC (C 18 Adhoc) proposing an arbitrary amount as pending and asking me to provide an explanation or attend a hearing. Will I have to attend the hearing if I pay the due amount now?

If you clear the dues, you need not go if you are out of station. Post the payment receipt and a letter stating your inability to travel on a letterhead.

The C-18 Adhoc notice shows a very large amount. The actual contribution is 10 times less than that.

I paid the actual contributions for the pending months as per the actual salary paid. Is this enough? Please advise.