{
  "id": 17603971,
  "title": "Mansukh Mandaviya rolls out EPFO services on WhatsApp, starts auto-settlement of small inoperative accounts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/01/mansukh-mandaviya-rolls-out-epfo-services-on-whatsapp-starts-auto",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-11-01T12:57:31.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Economic Times - Economy",
    "slug": "the-economic-times-economy",
    "url": "https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/mansukh-mandaviya-rolls-out-epfo-services-on-whatsapp-starts-auto-settlement-of-small-inoperative-accounts/articleshow/135428041.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Union Labour & Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya announced on Sunday that the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) will now offer services via WhatsApp. EPF subscribers will be able to check their provident fund balance, recent five transactions, and passbook information through the EPFO's verified WhatsApp service. The minister added that subscribers will receive personalized guidance and assistance in completing PMVVY-related requirements via WhatsApp, eliminating the need to visit EPFO offices for routine services.\n\nThe launch of WhatsApp services coincided with EPFO's 74th Foundation Day Celebration. Mandaviya also inaugurated the automatic settlement of eligible inoperative EPF accounts. Subscribers with Aadhaar-verified inoperative EPF accounts with balances up to Rs 1,000 will not need to file individual claims. The EPFO will automatically initiate settlement after verifying the subscriber's identity and bank account, facilitating the transfer of the eligible dues to rightful beneficiaries. The ministry expects that around one lakh accounts involving Rs 5 crore will benefit from this service.\n\nTo mark the occasion, seven publications were released, demonstrating EPFO's commitment to knowledge creation, institutional learning, legal awareness, and compassionate governance. During his address, Mandaviya emphasized EPFO's journey over its 74-year history as a trusted institution for the country's workforce. He highlighted that the trust in the organization is reflected in the Rs 32 lakh crore provident fund corpus, accumulated through contributions from over 8 crore members. This was made possible by the dedication, hard work, and commitment of the EPFO workforce.\n\nMandaviya urged officials to focus on worker-centric innovations across various domains as EPFO celebrates its 75th year. He emphasized adapting, building resilience, and evolving processes in line with the changing times.",
  "summary": "Union Labour & Employment Minister Mansukh Mandaviya launched EPFO services through WhatsApp for easier access. Subscribers can check their PF balance and transaction history conveniently using this platform. The automatic settlement for inoperative EPF accounts was also introduced, streamlining the process for beneficiaries. In total, around one lakh accounts will benefit from this initiative.…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}