Pune, June 27, 2023: The Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) recently organized a District Outreach Program in Pune as part of its NIDHI AAPKE NIKAT 2.0 initiative. The event, held on June 27, 2023, at M/s Tetra Pak India Private Ltd., aimed to enhance the experience of establishments covered under the EPF & MP Act, 1952, including newly covered ones, across all districts.
The District Outreach Program provided participants with valuable information on various PF and pension-related matters. The topics covered included grievance filing and resolution mechanisms, fraud prevention, DSC registration, updates on form 5A, E-nomination procedures, contractor/principal employer updates on the PE portal, DLC updates, and the online claims process for various forms such as 10D, EDLI, Form 20 (death case), final withdrawal, and transfers. Attendees were encouraged to raise any queries or concerns related to PF during the event.
The Regional PF Commissioner-II emphasized the importance of safeguarding UAN details, OTPs, and other financial information. All stakeholders, pensioners, and subscribers were advised not to share such sensitive data with anyone.
A special session on higher wages pensions was conducted by the Account Officer (Pension). The session focused on joint option filling procedures, applicability, calculation methods, and guidelines for employers to upload wage details using different formats. Informative Power Point presentations and a detailed calculation sheet were provided to address queries, doubts, and issues related to higher wages pensions.
Throughout the program, prompt resolutions were provided for any queries or grievances raised by pensioners, subscribers, or stakeholders. Any outstanding issues that required further assistance or information were duly registered and are currently being addressed by the relevant departments.
In adherence to guidelines from the Head Office in New Delhi, the Director of ESIC Pune Zone was invited to participate in the program. This initiative aimed to provide workers and beneficiaries with a convenient platform to promptly address their grievances under a single roof.
The program was organized under the guidance of the Regional PF Commissioner-I, with support from the Regional PF Commissioner-II, Nodal Officer, Enforcement Officer, Account Officer (Pension), and other officials from the Akurdi Office. Representatives from the Federation of Chakan Industries Pune, including its members, commended EPFO Akurdi for their efficient handling of PF subscribers’ grievances. They expressed gratitude for the organization’s commitment to providing enhanced services to subscribers, stakeholders, and pensioners. Representatives from Tetra Pak India Pvt Ltd also attended the event and expressed their appreciation for the EPFO’s efforts.
The District Outreach Program conducted by the EPFO in Pune proved to be a valuable platform for disseminating information, addressing concerns, and providing prompt resolutions to PF subscribers. Such initiatives contribute to enhancing the overall experience of members and further strengthening the EPFO’s commitment to service excellence.
