Launched in 2019 by the Chhattisgarh State Government, the Asangathit Karmakaar Mrtyu Evan Divyaang Sahaayata Yojana is a social welfare scheme designed to provide critical financial assistance to the families of unorganized workers. This scheme supports beneficiaries in the unfortunate events of death or permanent disability of a registered worker, ensuring that their families receive timely financial relief during difficult times.
Benefits
- On Death:
- Financial assistance of ₹1,00,000.
- On Permanent Disability:
- Financial assistance of ₹50,000.
Eligibility
- Age Requirement:
- Unorganized workers between 18 and 60 years are eligible.
- Registration:
- Workers must be registered as beneficiaries under Section 10(3) of the applicable Act.
- Exclusions:
- Assistance will not be provided if the death is due to suicide, drug or substance abuse, or due to mutual fighting with criminal intent.
- Benefits are provided solely on the death or permanent disability of the registered worker—not for the death or accident of any other family member.
- Beneficiaries who have already received assistance under the Financial Assistance and Rehabilitation Assistance Scheme for unorganized workers suffering from silicosis are not eligible.
Application Process
Online Application
For Unregistered Applicants:
- Visit the Official Website:
- Navigate to the Chhattisgarh Labour Department website.
- Click “Apply”:
- Under “Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board,” click on “Apply”.
- Enter Details:
- Select Group Name: “Asangathit Marmakaar Mandal”.
- Select Service: “Asangathit Shramik Panjikaran”.
- Choose “Aavedan”.
- Check Eligibility & Register:
- Follow the prompts to check eligibility and complete the online registration form.
- Submit the Form:
- Submit the registration form online.
For Already Registered Applicants:
- Visit the Official Website:
- Go to the Chhattisgarh Labour Department website.
- Click “Apply”:
- Under “Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board,” click on “Apply”.
- Enter Registration Details:
- Select Group Name: “Asangathit Marmakaar Mandal”.
- Select Service: “Yojana”.
- Choose “Aavedan”.
- Provide Registration Information:
- Enter your district name and your old/new registration number.
- Select Scheme:
- Choose the “Asangathit Karmakaar Mrtyu Evan Divyaang Sahaayata Yojana”.
- Complete and Submit:
- Fill in the required details and submit your application online.
Documents Required
- Registration Certificate (as an unorganized worker).
- Aadhaar Card.
- Bank Passbook (or document showing bank account details).
- Nominee’s Aadhaar Card.
- Proof of Address.
- Mobile Number Verification.
- Death Certificate (in case of death).
- Permanent Disability Certificate (issued by a doctor, in case of permanent disability).
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is this scheme?
A1: It is a financial assistance scheme aimed at providing monetary support to the families of unorganized workers in Chhattisgarh upon the death or permanent disability of the registered worker.
Q2: What is the objective of the scheme?
A2: The objective is to empower families by offering financial relief during times of crisis due to the death or disability of the primary earner.
Q3: What are the benefits?
A3: The scheme provides ₹1,00,000 in the event of death and ₹50,000 for permanent disability of the registered worker.
Q4: Who can get the benefits?
A4: Only unorganized workers registered under Section 10(3) of the Act, aged between 18 and 60, are eligible. The benefits extend to their families upon the worker’s death or permanent disability.
Q5: Can an applicant receive benefits multiple times?
A5: Benefits are provided only once for the death or permanent disability of the registered worker.
Q6: What is the required age to get the benefits?
A6: Unorganized workers between 18 and 60 years of age are eligible.
Q7: What is the procedure to apply for the scheme?
A7: Applications can be submitted online through the Chhattisgarh Labour Department website, following the detailed steps for both unregistered and already registered applicants.
Q8: How can an applicant register under the Chhattisgarh Unorganized Workers State Social Security Board?
A8: Unregistered applicants must visit the official website, select “Asangathit Marmakaar Mandal” under the relevant service, and complete the registration process online.
Q9: What is the official website to apply for this scheme?
A9: The official website is that of the Chhattisgarh Labour Department.