Recent increases in minimum wages across several Indian states, including Uttar Pradesh and Haryana, have raised concerns about the coverage of workers under the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO). The EPFO's current wage ceiling of ₹15,000 (approximately $180 USD) per month has remained unchanged for years, despite many states now setting minimum wages above this threshold. For instance, in Uttar Pradesh, semi-skilled and skilled workers in districts like Ghaziabad and Gautam Budh Nagar now earn above ₹15,000, while Haryana has set the minimum wage for unskilled workers at ₹15,220. This situation means that workers earning above the ceiling may find EPFO enrollment voluntary, potentially leading to a decline in coverage. Discussions at the national level about raising the EPFO ceiling to ₹25,000 have not gained significant traction, primarily due to resistance from employers. Economists emphasize the need for reform, as the current cap risks excluding workers from the intended social security benefits.