Financial Assistance for Education- Haryana Silicosis Board

Description
The “Financial Assistance for Education” scheme is implemented by the Haryana Labour Welfare Board, Government of Haryana. Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹5,000/- to ₹12,000/- per year is given to the children of workers who are suffering from silicosis as confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana. Assistance is provided to children studying from Class I to Master’s Degree, with assistance available for up to two boys and up to three girls of the affected workers, irrespective of the order of birth. Note: Silicosis, an incurable lung disease prevalent in workplaces like stone crushers and mines, is a notifiable disease in Haryana under the Factories Act, of 1948, and the Building and Other Construction Workers RE & CS Act, of 1996. Upon confirmation by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, affected workers are swiftly referred to hospitals for treatment; those under the Employee State Insurance Act, 1948 receive care at ESI hospitals, while others are provided free treatment at district hospitals and medical colleges by the Health Department, with the option for reimbursement for necessary resources unavailable locally, facilitated by the Labour Department. Symptoms of Silicosis: • Associated with T.B • Shortness of breath • Fatigue • Loss of appetite Anorexia . • Chest pain; dry with non-productive cough Whooping Cough . • Respiratory failure • Eventually leads to death

Benefits
• Under this scheme, financial assistance for education will be given to the children of workers at the following rates:
• **Sl. No.****Class/Course****Amount of Assistance (Per year)**1Class 1-5₹5,000/-2Class 6-8₹6,000/-3Class 9-10₹8,000/-4Class 11-12 ₹10,000/-5ITI Diploma/Graduation/Post-Graduation₹12,000/-

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant/worker should be employed in a factory or at a construction site.
2. The worker who is suffering from silicosis as confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana are eligible to apply under this scheme for their children.
3. The worker should be registered with the Haryana Silicosis Board.
4. The children of workers should be studying in a class ranging from Class I to Master’s Degree.
5. Assistance will be available for up to two boys and up to three girls of affected workers, regardless of the order of birth of the children.

Required Documents
• Aadhaar Card
• Passport-size photograph
• Medical Report (X-Ray, CT Scan, Medical Prescription, Any Other)
• General Document ( ESI Card, Any Other)
• Work experience document
• Proof of residence
• Ration Card
• Bank account details
• Proof of age
• Any other documents as required
• Identity card of worker
• Copy of Aadhaar Card & Voter ID Card of applicant
• Death certificate of the worker if worker is not alive
• Admission Certificate of the child issued by school/college
• Result/marksheet of previous Class
• Proof of birth certificate
• Copy of Bank Passbook
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for assistance under this scheme?
A: Workers who are suffering from silicosis, confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana, are eligible to apply for their children.

Q: What type of financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A: Financial assistance ranging from [?]5,000/- to [?]12,000/- per year is provided to eligible children of affected workers.

Q: How many children of affected workers can benefit from this scheme?
A: Up to two boys and up to three girls of the affected workers are eligible for assistance, irrespective of the order of birth.

Q: What are the symptoms of silicosis?
A: Symptoms of silicosis include associated T.B., shortness of breath, fatigue, loss of appetite (anorexia), chest pain with dry, non-productive cough (Whooping Cough), respiratory failure, and eventually, it can lead to death.

Q: How can I apply for the scheme benefits?
A: To apply for the scheme benefits, eligible applicants can visit the nearest Antyodaya Kendra or Labour Office and fill up the application form.

Q: Is silicosis a notifiable disease in Haryana?
A: Yes, silicosis is a notifiable disease in Haryana under the Factories Act of 1948 and the Building and Other Construction Workers (RE & CS) Act of 1996.

Q: Can children of deceased workers suffering from silicosis still apply for assistance?
A: Yes, as per the guidelines.