e-Shram Portal Expands to 22 Scheduled Languages

The e-Shram portal, designed to provide unorganised workers with seamless access to various government schemes, has been upgraded to support all 22 scheduled languages. This enhancement, launched by Union Minister of Labour and Employment Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, aims to make the portal more accessible to workers across India.

Multilingual Upgrade

Previously, the e-Shram portal was available only in English, Hindi, Kannada, and Marathi. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology’s Bhashini project facilitated this expansion to include all 22 scheduled languages, ensuring that workers can access information and register in their native languages.

Increased Registrations

Since its inception, the e-Shram portal has seen significant engagement, with an average of over 30,000 registrations per day by unorganised workers. This reflects the growing trust in the platform and its importance in providing access to welfare schemes.

Integration of Welfare Schemes

To date, twelve government schemes have been integrated with the e-Shram portal, including One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC), Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS), Indira Gandhi National Widow Pension Scheme (IGNWPS), National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS), and Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). This integration facilitates unorganised workers’ access to a broad spectrum of social security initiatives.

Future Initiatives

The Ministry of Labour and Employment plans to further enhance the user experience by launching an e-Shram mobile application, introducing a Single Common Application Form for easier access, and integrating payment gateways to simplify the process of availing social protection benefits. Additionally, the engagement of mediators such as Common Service Centres, bank correspondents, post offices, and MY Bharat volunteers is being explored to extend the portal’s outreach.

Summary of the news

Why in News	Key Points
e-Shram Portal Expansion to 22 Languages	– The Ministry of Labour and Employment expanded the e-Shram portal to support 22 scheduled languages. – Initially available in English, Hindi, Kannada, and Marathi. – Bhashini project facilitated this multilingual upgrade. – Purpose: To increase accessibility for unorganised workers.
Portal Usage and Integration	– The portal facilitates registration of unorganised workers for social security benefits. – Integrates 12 government welfare schemes, including MGNREGA, ONORC, and IGNDPS. – Over 30,000 registrations daily.
Future Upgrades	– Mobile app to be launched for easier access. – A Single Common Application Form will be introduced. – Integration of payment gateways to simplify benefits access.
Ministry & Project Involved	– Ministry of Labour and Employment (Union Minister: Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya) is overseeing the project. – The Bhashini project is enabling the multilingual capabilities.
Current Welfare Schemes Integrated	– Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) – One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) – Indira Gandhi National Disability Pension Scheme (IGNDPS) – National Family Benefit Scheme (NFBS)
Portal’s Significance	– Aimed at providing social security to unorganised workers. – Widely used for registrations to avail various government schemes.