197th ESIC Meeting: Major Approvals and Healthcare Expansion

The 197th meeting of the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC), chaired by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, took place on December 11, 2025, in New Delhi. The meeting resulted in significant approvals aimed at expanding ESIC's infrastructure and service delivery. Key decisions included the endorsement of annual accounts, revised and budget estimates for upcoming fiscal years, and approval for the acquisition of land for new hospitals and dispensaries across 10 states in India. The Corporation also adopted new policies for empanelment, facilitated land acquisitions for hospital construction in several regions, and discussed the extension of NIL user charges in specific medical colleges. The meeting reflected ESIC's commitment to enhancing healthcare infrastructure and coverage for beneficiaries across India.

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