Politics · India
EPFO launches six-month amnesty scheme for exempted PF trusts
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched a one-time, six-month amnesty scheme, effective from 2026. This scheme allows exempted Provident Fund (PF) trusts to regularize their compliance status under the EPF Act. Employers can obtain retrospective exemption and resolve pending issues, potentially offering relief from litigation. The scheme was announced via a statement from the Ministry of Labour and Employment.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 0 · Centre 3 · Right 2 n = 5
- Centre (3 votes, 4 outlets): Hindustan (Hindi) · Mint (HT Media — 1 vote), The Times of India, The Tribune
- Right (2): Aaj Tak, The Pioneer