Union Minister inaugurates ESIC sub-regional office in Mangalore

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October 24, 2013
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Mangalore, Oct 24: Union Minister of State for Labour and Employment Kodikunnil Suresh on Wednesday said the enhancement of wage ceiling for coverage of employees under the Employees State Insurance (ESI) Act would be notified soon. The wage ceiling for availing benefits under ESI would be enhanced from salary range of Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 25,000, he said.

He was speaking after inaugurating the sub-regional office of Employees' State Insurance Corporation at Sanghanikethan in the city.

He said that the regional office would cater the need of insured persons and employees of this area.

He said that central government has brought out many welfare schemes and projects for the welfare of industrial workers of Karnataka State.

He said ESIC has started its two Medical Colleges in Rajajinagar in Bangalore and Gulbarga.

P T Parameshwara Naik, Minister of State for Labour (Independent Charge), Government of Karnataka presided over the function.

He also appreciated the initiatives of Union Ministry of Labour and Employment for bringing many ESIC Medical institutions in Karnataka State.

Nalin Kumar Kateel, Member of Parliament, Rajendra Kumar, Corporator, M B Dyaberi, Labour Secretary, Govt. of Karnataka and Member ESIC, R Rao, Regional Director, ESIC, Bangalore, R K Gautam, Joint Director, ESIC, Headquarters, New Delhi and other senior officers from ESIC, Karnataka.

About the Sub-regional office, Mangalore

Mangalore with a total area of 132.4 sq km is the main port city of Karnataka State situated to the west of the capital city Bangalore, with a population of approximately 4.5 lakhs. Many major and minor industries including shipping industries are functioning here.

The ESI Scheme was first implemented in Mangalore with effect from 21st June 1962. Gradually the Scheme is extended to other centres based on the progress achieved with regards to implementation and also coverage of the factories / establishments under the purview of the ESI Scheme. The ESI Corporation decided to set-up a Sub-Regional Office at Mangalore to ease the difficulties of employers and the Insured Persons. This office exercises jurisdiction over 12 centres spread in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi Districts. Around 2000 factories / establishments have been covered under ESI Scheme and around 2,20,000 insured persons are getting the benefit under the Scheme.

Administrative set up of ESIC in Karnataka

The newly set up Sub-Regional Office, Mangalore is functioning from a rented building. Three Branch Offices namely Baikampapdy, Udupi and Mangalore come under the jurisdiction of Sub-Regional Office, Mangalore.

A 100 bedded ESI Hospital, sufficiently equipped, is functioning at Mangalore since 1979. 9 ESI Dispensaries working in different areas are attached to this Hospital. In order to help the patients and the insured persons to visit ESI Hospital, a mini bus shuttle service is arranged to pick up/drop the patients from ESI Dispensaries to ESI Hospital and vice-versa. Tie-up arrangements have also been made with 6 reputed private hospitals for super specialty service.

The ESI Corporation has set up 6 Sub-Regional Offices in the State of Karnataka. Hubli (1998), Bangalore-South (Bommasandra), (July 2009), Bangalore-North (Peenya) (from April 2009), Mysore (2012) and very recently Gulbarga Divisional Office has been upgraded to Sub-Regional Office since July 2013 and now, Mangalore in 2013.

ESI scheme in India

The Employees' State Insurance Act was promulgated in the year 1948. The ESI Scheme today stands implemented at over 810 centers in 30 States and Union Territories. The Act applies to over 6.66 lakhs factories and establishments across the country, benefitting about 1.86 crores family units of workers. As of now, the total beneficiary population of ESI Scheme stands over 7.21 crores. The ESI Corporation has, so far, set up 151 Hospitals including 34 Model Hospitals, 1372/91 Dispensaries/ISM Units, 812 Branch Offices/Pay Offices and 61 Regional/Sub-Regional and Divisional Offices.

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February 6,2025

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Udupi: In the serene town of Shirva Manchakal, Udupi district, a profound sorrow has enveloped the community. Rakesh Kamath, a dedicated chartered accountant, aged 32, has tragically passed away on February 5 at Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru, following a brief illness.

A devoted son of businessman Balakrishna Kamath, he had recently journeyed to Hyderabad for professional commitments. He was employed at a private firm in Bengaluru.

Upon his return, he fell ill. Despite medical intervention and initial signs of recovery, his condition suddenly worsened, leading to his untimely collapse. 

His wife acted swiftly, admitting him to Manipal Hospital, but despite all efforts, he did not respond to treatment and departed from this world.

He leaves behind his beloved wife, CA Shruti, along with a multitude of relatives and friends who now mourn the loss of a vibrant soul taken too soon. 

The community stands in solidarity with the grieving family during this heart-wrenching time.

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February 5,2025

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Mangaluru: In a heartfelt farewell, the Govt Muslim Residential School near Deralakatte bid an emotional goodbye to Manjunath Bhat, a mathematics teacher who dedicated 29 years of his life to shaping young minds. The event, held on Monday, was organized by the school and its alumni association as Bhat prepares to retire in March.

Poornima, district officer from the minority welfare department, praised Bhat’s unwavering commitment. “Serving at the same institution for 29 years is no small feat. It speaks volumes about his dedication,” she remarked.

His colleague, Mohammed Haneef, reflected on Bhat’s exemplary service. “Teaching Muslim children for nearly three decades, he never faced a single complaint. He is truly a model teacher. Post-retirement, he plans to take up farming in his village,” he shared.

Mohammed Anwar AS, president of the alumni association and professor at Yenepoya Medical College, expressed deep gratitude. “No matter how far we go, we must always remember our teachers. I owe my success, in part, to educators like Manjunath Bhat,” he said, recalling cherished memories from his school days.

Overwhelmed with emotion, Bhat addressed the gathering, saying, “I never expected such a grand farewell. My bond with my students is unbreakable, and this event is a testament to the strength of that connection.”

The farewell was presided over by school principal Umarabba, who lauded Bhat’s dedication. “He has been a pillar of this institution, recognized as a model teacher who served with diligence, regardless of the challenges faced,” he noted.

The celebration saw alumni and dignitaries honouring Bhat with valuable gifts, including a gold ring. His wife, Sahana, and children, Srivatsa and Sindhoora, stood by his side as he was showered with love and appreciation—an unforgettable tribute to a teacher whose legacy will live on in the hearts of his students.

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