PULWAMA: The Regional Office, Employee's Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Kashmir, organized an outreach session today at Industrial Growth Centre (IGC), Lassipora, Pulwama to disseminate information about the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana (PMVBRY) and the Employment Enrolment Campaign 2025.
The session was led by Regional Provident Fund Commissioner (RPFC)-II/OIC, Vinay Kumar, along with a team of officers/officials of EPFO Kashmir. The event was organized in collaboration with the District Industries Centre, Pulwama and officials of the Labour Office, Pulwama. The initiative aimed to educate employers and employees from the pharmaceutical and allied sectors about the benefits, eligibility criteria, and procedures under PMVBRY, a flagship scheme of the Ministry of Labour & Employment, which promotes formal employment and encourages job creation in organized establishments.
During the session, the RPFC explained the incentives available for employers enrolling new employees under the scheme and highlighted the importance of compliance with the Employees’ Provident Funds & Miscellaneous Provisions Act, 1952. Participants were also informed about the digital facilities offered by EPFO for ease of registration and claim processing.
The programme witnessed participation from representatives of industrial units, employers’ associations, and local authorities. The EPFO Kashmir team reiterated its commitment to supporting employers and workers in achieving the vision of a “Viksit Bharat” through inclusive and sustainable Employment initiatives.
