The Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Scheme in India witnessed a significant increase in new registrations in August 2024, with over 20.74 lakh workers joining the program. Notably, a substantial portion of the new registrations (9.89 lakh) were young employees under the age of 25, highlighting the scheme’s growing importance for the younger workforce. This surge in registrations also indicates a strong focus on gender equality, as 4.14 lakh female employees enrolled in the scheme.