Shri Ashok Kumar Singh, an IAS officer of the 1999 Kerala cadre, took over as the Director General of the Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) on August 19, 2024. He has extensive experience in governance and management at both district and state levels, having previously served as Principal Secretary of the Water Resources Department in Kerala.
Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC):
The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) is a statutory body under the Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India. It was established in 1952 to provide social security and health insurance to Indian workers. ESIC offers a range of benefits, including medical care, cash benefits during sickness, maternity, and employment injury, as well as pension for dependents. The organization operates through a network of hospitals, dispensaries, and branch offices across India, ensuring comprehensive coverage and support for insured workers and their families.
Q.: Who took over as the Director General of Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) in Aug 2024?
A) Shri Rajesh Kumar
B) Shri Ashok Kumar Singh
C) Shri Anil Kumar
D) Shri Suresh Chandra
Ans : B) Shri Ashok Kumar Singh
Shri Ashok Kumar Singh, an IAS officer of the 1999 Kerala cadre, took over as the Director General of the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) on August 19, 2024.
