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Statutory EPF and ESIC Compliance & Consultancy for Howrah’s Manufacturing & Engineering Hub
Howrah faces heightened PF & ESIC scrutiny due to legacy jute mills, foundries, and expanding logistics infrastructure.
Legacy Jute & Foundry Compliance Risks
Historical PF Arrears & 14B Exposure
Many jute and foundry units in Salkia, Liluah, and Belur carry old PF arrears. RO Howrah is strictly enforcing recovery under the Social Security Code 2025.
Amnesty & Damage Waiver Strategy
Running units can seek waiver of Section 14B damages by clearing principal dues and interest under structured settlement mechanisms.
Logistics, Warehousing & PE Liability
Kolkata–Howrah Industrial Corridor
New logistics parks face Principal Employer liability for loaders, drivers, and security staff engaged through contractors.
Vendor Compliance Audits
We implement contractor PF/ESI audits to prevent secondary liabilities during RO Howrah inspections.
Hazardous Process ESIC Mandate
Foundry & Forging Units
All foundries, forging units, and metal-casting facilities are classified as hazardous processes, mandating ESIC from the first employee.
Chemical & Industrial Units
ESIC coverage is compulsory irrespective of headcount under late-2025 notifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most industrial and manufacturing establishments in Howrah district fall under the jurisdiction of Regional Office (RO) Howrah.
Yes. Under the 2025 hazardous process classification, foundries and forging units must have ESIC from the first employee.
Yes. Eligible running units may seek waiver of Section 14B damages by settling principal dues and interest within prescribed timelines.
EEC-2025 allows registration of workers missed since 2017 with a nominal ₹100 penalty, preventing retrospective enforcement actions.