Silicosis Pidit Hita-dhikariyon Hetu Sahayata Yojana
Labour Department
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Key dates and updates
Important milestones for this scheme. Use official links to verify before you apply.
| Milestone | Date |
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| Scheme launch |
Overview
The Silicosis Affected Workers Welfare Scheme is an initiative launched by the Government of Rajasthan to provide financial assistance to workers suffering from silicosis and their families.
Details
"Silicosis Pidit Hita-dhikariyon Hetu Sahayata Yojana" has been started for the laborers working in stone mines in Rajasthan. An assistance scheme has been started for the beneficiaries suffering from silicosis. In which financial assistance will be provided to laborers and workers in case of silicosis or death. Applicants can apply for the assistance scheme to silicosis victims through both online and offline modes.
Exclusions
• > Those workers who work in mines and quarries and on whom The provisions of the Mines Act, 1952 apply and buildings or other construction works not included in the definition of building or other construction work in Section 2 (d) of the Act, will not be eligible to receive assistance from the Board.
Benefits
• In case of suffering from silicosis : ₹1,00,000/-
• In case of death of a victim of silicosis : ₹3,00,000/-
Eligibility Criteria
1. Those construction workers who are registered with the Board as beneficiaries and are depositing contributions
2. The beneficiary is suffering from silicosis as certified by the Pneumoconiosis Medical Board constituted under the Rajasthan Workmen's Compensation (Occupational Diseases) Rules, 1965.
3. The beneficiary cannot receive silicosis assistance amount from the Rajasthan Environment and Health Care Fund (Rehab).
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5. **Note - A person suffering from silicosis will be eligible to get assistance only under any one of the schemes of Rajasthan Environment and Health Cess Fund or the Board.**
Application Process
Step 1: Step-1: Applicant have to visit the official portal.
Step-2: Click on the option “Register”.
Step-3: Then you will be redirected to the SSO registration page. The registration page will appear with the following options.
Step-4: Choose the either …
Online
Step-1: Applicant have to visit the official portal.
Step-2: Click on the option “Register”.
Step-3: Then you will be redirected to the SSO registration page. The registration page will appear with the following options.
Step-4: Choose the either one option from the Jan Aadhaar Or Google to process further.
Step-1: Applicant have to visit the official portal.
Step-2: After login, dashboard will open.
Step-3: Click on “LDMS” option.
Step-4: In LDMS, select "Welfare Schemes" from the side menu and select BOCW Welfare Board.
Step-5: Now click on "Apply for Scheme" on screen.
Step-6: In this new page, will get a list of names of all the schemes of Rajasthan Shramik Card, out of which click on the name of " Yojana"
Step-7: Fill out the all relevant detail.
Step-8: Submit.
Required Documents
• Copy of beneficiary identity card/booklet.
• Certificate regarding silicosis from Pneumoconiosis Medical Board.
• Bank account details.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The Silicosis Affected Workers Welfare Scheme is an initiative launched by the Government of Rajasthan to provide financial assistance to workers suffering from silicosis and their families.
Q: What benefits are provided under the scheme?
A: Financial assistance will be provided.
Q: What happens in silicosis?
A: Permanent scarring on the lungs caused by inhaling silica (quart) dust is called silicosis. People have difficulty breathing during exercise, which sometimes turns into shortness of breath even at rest.
Q: How much financial assistance will be provided in the case of death?
A: In case of death of a victim of silicosis will get the [?]3,00,000/-
Q: What amount of financial assistance is available to individuals diagnosed with silicosis?
A: In case of suffering from silicosis [?]1,00,000/-
Q: What documents are required while applying?
A: 1. Copy of beneficiary identity card/booklet.
2. Certificate regarding silicosis from Pneumoconiosis Medical Board.
3. Bank account details
Q: Can applicant get the same benefits from other schemes also?
A: The beneficiary cannot receive silicosis assistance amount from the Rajasthan Environment and Health Care Fund (Rehab).
Q: Is this only applicable in Rajasthan?
A: Yes, the scheme is currently limited to Rajasthan. Similar schemes, with varied objectives and components, may be implemented in other states.
Q: How can applicant apply online ?
A: Applicants have to visit the official portal. https://sso.rajasthan.gov.in/ and follow the steps.
Eligibility Criteria
Those construction workers who are registered with the Board as beneficiaries and are depositing contributions
The beneficiary is suffering from silicosis as certified by the Pneumoconiosis Medical Board constituted under the Rajasthan Workmen's Compensation (Occupational Diseases) Rules, 1965.
The beneficiary cannot receive silicosis assistance amount from the Rajasthan Environment and Health Care Fund (Rehab).
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**Note - A person suffering from silicosis will be eligible to get assistance only under any one of the schemes of Rajasthan Environment and Health Cess Fund or the Board.**
Benefits
In case of suffering from silicosis : ₹1,00,000/-
In case of death of a victim of silicosis : ₹3,00,000/-
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | Copy of beneficiary identity card/booklet. |
| 2 | Certificate regarding silicosis from Pneumoconiosis Medical Board. |
| 3 | Bank account details. |
How to Apply
Step-1: Applicant have to visit the official portal. Step-2: Click on the option “Register”. Step-3: Then you will be redirected to the SSO registration page. The registration page will appear with the following options. Step-4: Choose the either …
Online Step-1: Applicant have to visit the official portal. Step-2: Click on the option “Register”. Step-3: Then you will be redirected to the SSO registration page. The registration page will appear with the following options. Step-4: Choose the either one option from the Jan Aadhaar Or Google to process further. Step-1: Applicant have to visit the official portal. Step-2: After login, dashboard will open. Step-3: Click on “LDMS” option. Step-4: In LDMS, select "Welfare Schemes" from the side menu and select BOCW Welfare Board. Step-5: Now click on "Apply for Scheme" on screen. Step-6: In this new page, will get a list of names of all the schemes of Rajasthan Shramik Card, out of which click on the name of " Yojana" Step-7: Fill out the all relevant detail. Step-8: Submit.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Silicosis Affected Workers Welfare Scheme is an initiative launched by the Government of Rajasthan to provide financial assistance to workers suffering from silicosis and their families.