The four Labour Codes notified in November 2025 represent a significant reform in India's labour administration framework. Under these Labour Codes, the provision of free annual health check-ups for workers above 40 years of age is a major initiative, emphasizing that a healthy workforce is the foundation of a productive nation and that preventive healthcare services are both a right and a necessity for every worker.

The nationwide launch of this programme was inaugurated on 07 May 2026 (Thursday) at ESIC Hospital-cum-ODC, Basaidarapur, New Delhi by Hon'ble Union Minister Shri Mansukh L. Mandaviya, Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India. Simultaneously, the programme was launched at 12 different locations across the country.

In line with the above initiative, Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), Regional Office, Ahmedabad launched the programme on 07 May 2026 (Thursday) at 10:00 AM at ESIC Model Hospital, Bapunagar, Ahmedabad. The programme was inaugurated by the Chief Guest Shri Kunvarji Bavaliya, Hon'ble Minister (Labour, Skill Development & Employment), Government of Gujarat and Shri Dineshsinh Kushwah, Hon'ble MLA, Bapunagar through ceremonial lamp lighting.

On this occasion, Shri K.D. Lakhani, Labour Commissioner, Dr. Teresa E. Bilung, DMC, ESIC Headquarters, Dr. Pandurang Narhare, Dean, Dr. Ravi G. S., Medical Superintendent, Dr. Rajshree Agrawal, DMS, ESIS, Shri Hemant Kumar Pandey, Regional Director, Gujarat and other dignitaries were present.

While addressing the gathering, Shri Kunvarji Bavaliya, Hon'ble Minister appreciated the initiative and stated that the launch of the Free Annual Health Check-up Programme for insured persons above 40 years of age by ESIC is a highly significant and inspiring initiative. He stated that the programme is directly linked to the health, safety and prosperity of the working class and reinforces the idea that healthy workers are the foundation of a capable and productive nation.

He further stated that the programme would not remain limited to a formal event only, but would continue throughout the year so that maximum insured persons could avail the benefit and become more aware about their health. He appreciated ESIC for continuously working not only towards providing medical facilities but also towards improving the quality of life of workers.

Shri Dineshsinh Kushwah, Hon'ble MLA, Bapunagar in his address stated that the Free Annual Health Check-up Programme for insured persons above 40 years of age launched at ESIC Hospital, Bapunagar is a highly commendable initiative. In today's changing lifestyle and working conditions, the risk of non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and heart diseases increases after the age of 40 years. If these diseases are identified at an early stage, they can not only be controlled but serious complications can also be prevented. He further stated that from this perspective, the initiative strengthens not only curative but also preventive healthcare services. It reflects a move towards a holistic healthcare model focusing on the overall health and well-being of individuals.

Shri Hemant Kumar Pandey, Regional Director informed the insured persons and employers about the benefits of the notified Labour Codes and elaborated on various facilities and benefits provided by ESIC. He also informed that the Free Annual Health Check-up Programme for insured persons above 40 years of age would continue throughout the year in all ESIC and ESIS hospitals across Gujarat.

During the programme, health check-ups of insured persons were conducted and they were made aware about the importance of regular health screening and adopting a healthy lifestyle. The Employees' State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) will continue this programme throughout the year to ensure that maximum insured persons can avail the benefits of preventive healthcare services.

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