EPFO Launches WhatsApp Service for PF Balance and Passbook Access
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has launched a WhatsApp service enabling members to check their provident fund balance, view their last five transactions, and download their passbook without logging into the member portal. Launched by Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya during EPFO's 74th foundation day, the service aims to simplify access using a familiar digital platform. Members can use the official WhatsApp number 91 87964 41800 to access these features, which also include assistance under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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economictimes broke this story on 3 Nov, 11:21 am. Other outlets followed.