Safe in India Foundation

Since its establishment in December 2016, Safe in India Foundation has been aiding injured or disabled workers in maintaining their dignity by assisting them in accessing ESIC healthcare and compensation. Through its Worker Assistance Centre in Manesar, Gurgaon, it has provided free-of-cost support to numerous distressed workers, helping them secure better healthcare and compensation. With over 2,500 injured workers facilitated for healthcare, it has yielded substantial returns, particularly in permanent disability benefits, amounting to over INR 20 crore. Additionally, it has contributed valuable evidence and data from more than 2,000 auto-sector workers to inform its accident prevention initiatives and has influenced regional and national improvements in ESIC services based on evidence and data from 2,500+ mainly injured workers.

Safe in India Foundation focuses on improving workplace safety in the manufacturing sector, particularly within the auto-sector supply chain, aiming to reduce accidents and support the achievement of SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth). Since mid-2017, it has engaged with auto brands, industry bodies, and the government to enhance safety practices, focusing on the supply chain employing over 100 million people. Initiatives include launching annual accident prevention reports, raising awareness of unsafe conditions, and collaborating with government bodies and auto brands to implement safety measures. Progress includes government working groups, MoUs with the MSME Ministry, and involvement in improving safety standards. While some improvements have been made, there's recognition that more efforts are needed to ensure comprehensive workplace safety.