EMPLOYEE WELFARE MEASURES AND THEIR IMPACT ON EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY OF SINGARENI COLLIERIES COMPANY LIMITED (SCCL), TELANGANA

Abstract

Employee welfare measures play a significant role in enhancing employee satisfaction, motivation, productivity, and organizational commitment. In the modern industrial environment, organizations recognize that employee welfare is not merely a statutory obligation but also a strategic tool for improving workforce efficiency and maintaining harmonious employer–employee relationships. Welfare measures include a wide range of facilities and services such as healthcare benefits, housing facilities, educational support, recreational amenities, transportation services, safety measures, canteen facilities, and social security benefits. Effective implementation of employee welfare programs contributes to improved job satisfaction, reduced absenteeism, higher morale, and increased employee retention. The present study examines employee welfare measures and their impact on employee satisfaction with special reference to Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), Telangana. The study aims to evaluate employee perceptions regarding various welfare initiatives provided by SCCL and analyze their influence on job satisfaction and organizational commitment. Primary data were collected through a structured questionnaire administered to employees, while secondary data were obtained from company reports, journals, books, and published research studies. The study focuses on key welfare dimensions such as health and safety measures, housing facilities, educational assistance, medical benefits, recreational facilities, transportation services, and employee support programs. The findings reveal that employee welfare measures implemented by SCCL have a positive impact on employee satisfaction and workplace well-being. Employees generally expressed favorable opinions regarding the welfare facilities provided by the organization. The study indicates that comprehensive welfare programs contribute significantly to employee motivation, productivity, loyalty, and overall job satisfaction. However, continuous evaluation and improvement of welfare initiatives are necessary to address changing employee expectations and organizational requirements. The study concludes that employee welfare measures serve as an important factor in promoting employee satisfaction and organizational effectiveness and contribute to the long-term success of the organization.