Disability (Due to Accident or Other Reason) Scheme- Haryana Labour Welfare Board

Description
The “Disability Due to Accident or Other Reason Scheme” is implemented by the Haryana Labour Welfare Board HLWB , Labour Department, Government of Haryana. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to workers employed in industrial and commercial establishments in Haryana based on their percentage of disability, whether the disability occurs due to an accident or other reasons inside or outside the workplace. Workers can apply for assistance within one year from the date of the disability certificate issued by the Medical Board/State Insurance ESI .

Benefits
• Financial assistance of ₹1,00,000/- on minor disability (upto 50% injury).
• Financial assistance of ₹1,50,000/- on major disability (above 50% injury).

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant/worker should be employed in an industrial or commercial establishment in Haryana.
2. The worker should be registered with the Haryana Labour Welfare Board.
3. The monthly salary of the worker should not exceed ₹25,000/-.
4. The service period of the worker is not fixed under this scheme.
5. Workers who have become disabled due to an accident or other reasons, whether inside or outside the workplace, are eligible to apply under this scheme.
6. The worker should apply within one year after issuing of disability certificate.
7. The worker should not have earlier received benefits under this scheme.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport-size photograph
• Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID)
• Bank account details
• Proof of residence
• Ration Card
• Caste Certificate (If applicable)
• Proof of age
• Disability certificate (If applicable)
• Any other documents as required
• Smart Card/Office ID Proof of the worker issued by the organization
• Employer Certificate
• Employee Salary Slip (Previous Month)
• Attested copy of Disabilities Certificate
• Medical Certificate
• Affidavit/Undertaking (Self)
• ESI Card
• Parivar Pehchan Patra
• Bank account details
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What are the financial benefits under the scheme?
A: The scheme offers [?]1,00,000/- for minor disabilities (up to 50% injury) and [?]1,50,000/- for major disabilities (above 50% injury).

Q: Who is eligible for the scheme?
A: Workers employed in industrial or commercial establishments in Haryana, registered with the Haryana Labour Welfare Board, with a monthly salary not exceeding [?]25,000/-.

Q: Is there a fixed service period required for eligibility?
A: No, there is no fixed service period required under this scheme.

Q: Can a worker apply if they have already received benefits from this scheme?
A: No, the worker should not have previously received benefits under this scheme.

Q: What is the salary limit for workers to be eligible for this scheme?
A: The worker's monthly salary should not exceed [?]25,000/-.

Q: How soon must a worker apply after receiving the disability certificate?
A: Workers must apply within one year from the date the disability certificate is issued by the Medical Board/State Insurance (ESI).

Q: How can a worker register with the Haryana Labour Welfare Board?
A: Workers can register by visiting the official website of the Labour Department Haryana. https://hrylabour.gov.in/welfare/users/welfare_terms

Q: How does a worker apply for the scheme benefits?
A: Workers need to apply through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. https://saralharyana.gov.in/

Q: What documents are required to apply for the scheme?
A: The primary document required is the disability certificate issued by the Medical Board/State Insurance (ESI).

Q: Does the scheme cover both accidents and other reasons for disability?
A: Yes, the scheme covers disabilities due to both accidents and other reasons, whether they occur inside or outside the workplace.