37 contract staff rehired at Karnataka ESIC hospital after successful settlement, with payment of ₹7.40 lakh arrears

Industrial dispute resolved by timely intervention of Central Labour Commissioner under Ministry of Labour and Employment, Karnataka ESIC model hospital rehired 37 contract staff and paid them about ₹7.40 lakh arrears

Dispute raised by union of contract staff at Karnataka State ESIC model hospital, involving removal of nursing aides and auxiliary staff before contract expiry, taken to settlement talks with ESIC and contractor as principal employer

Under guidance of Deputy Labour Commissioner (Central) in Bengaluru, effective intervention of Assistant Labour Commissioner (Central) led to rehiring all 37 contract workers from 23.10.2026 and payment of their September 2026 arrears of about ₹7.40 lakh

Timely resolution protected workers’ employment and ensured payment of arrears, promoting fair labour practices and harmonious industrial relations

Successful settlement demonstrates commitment of Central Labour Commissioner to protect workers’ interests, resolve disputes amicably and foster constructive dialogue among workers, employers and stakeholders