SchemesThursday, 7 May 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/07-may-2026-daily-current-affairs
ESIC launches free annual health check-up for workers aged 40 and above
The Ministry of Labour and Employment launched a free annual health check-up initiative across the ESIC network for eligible workers.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In May 2026, the Ministry of Labour and Employment launched a free annual health check-up initiative across the ESIC network, with the main inauguration at ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Basaidarapur, New Delhi.
Key specifics
- The initiative was inaugurated at ESIC Medical College & Hospital, Basaidarapur, New Delhi.
- Simultaneous events were held at 11 other ESIC hospitals nationwide.
- Workers aged 40 years and above are covered for mandatory annual check-ups.
- Workers handling chemicals, toxic substances or heavy machinery are covered irrespective of age.
- The policy is implemented under the Code on Social Security, 2020.
Exam lens
Question type: labour welfare and social security, ESIC, Code on Social Security, 2020, 11 hospitals. TNPSC may ask which workers are mandatorily covered and under which code the initiative operates.