The Beneficiary’s Death or Injury Assistance Scheme, established by the Labor Department of Rajasthan State, is a compassionate program aimed at providing financial support to families of construction workers who suffer loss or serious injury. Whether the event is accidental or natural, this initiative seeks to ease the emotional and financial burden during such critical times, helping families focus on recovery and rebuilding their lives.
Benefits
- Death due to Accident: ₹5,00,000/-
- Permanent Total Disability (Accident): ₹3,00,000/-
(Permanent Total Disability is defined as the disabling of two eyes, both hands, or both legs.) - Permanent Partial Disability (Accident): ₹1,00,000/-
(Permanent Partial Disability means the disabling of one hand or one leg.) - Serious Injury in an Accident: Up to ₹20,000/-
(Serious Injury is defined as being admitted as an in-patient for at least 5 days, as certified by the Medical Board.) - Minor Injuries in an Accident: Up to ₹5,000/-
(Minor Injuries refer to hospitalization as an in-patient for less than 5 days.) - Normal Death of a Construction Worker: ₹75,000/-
Eligibility
- Age Requirement: Construction workers must be between 18 to 60 years of age.
- Registration: Workers must be registered with the Labor Board.
- Contributions: Eligible workers should be regularly depositing their contributions.
- Exclusions:
- Death due to suicide or substance abuse.
- Death or injury resulting from fights or criminal activities.
Application Process
Online Registration
- Visit the Official Portal:
Access the official portal for the Rajasthan Shramik Card. - Register:
- Click on the “Register” option.
- You will be redirected to the SSO registration page. Choose either Jan Aadhaar or Google to proceed:
- Jan Aadhaar: Enter your Jan Aadhaar number, click “Next,” select your name, head of family, and other members, then click “Send OTP,” enter the OTP, and click “Verify OTP.”
- Google: Enter your Gmail ID, click “Next,” then enter your password. A new SSO link will appear—click on it, create an SSO ID and password, and then enter your mobile number to complete registration.
Application for the Scheme
- Login:
Log in to the official portal using your SSO credentials. - Dashboard Navigation:
Once logged in, the dashboard will open. Click on the “LDMS” option. - Select Scheme:
In the LDMS section, choose “Welfare Schemes” from the side menu and select the BOCW Welfare Board. - Apply for Scheme:
Click on “Apply for Scheme.” On the new page, a list of schemes under the Rajasthan Shramik Card will be displayed. Select the appropriate scheme (referred to as “Yojana”), fill in all relevant details, and submit the application.
Application Tracking
- Track Application:
Log in to the portal using your User ID and Password. - Status Check:
Click on “View Application Status” and then “Track Application Status.” - Enter Details:
Enter your Application Reference Number and click “Get Data” to view your application status.
Documents Required
- Copy of the discharge ticket from the hospital (in case of an accident).
- Copy of the mortuary report or FIR (in case of accidental death).
- Death certificate issued by the registered authority (in case of death).
- Certificate from the employer or from the workplace.
- Copy of the beneficiary registration identity card.
- Copy of the Bhamashah family card or nomination.
- Copy of Aadhaar Card.
- Copy of the first page of the bank account passbook.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the objective of the scheme?
A1: The scheme aims to provide financial security to families of construction workers who experience death or severe injury due to accidents. This financial support helps alleviate the burden during distressing times, enabling families to focus on recovery and rebuilding their lives.
Q2: What benefits are provided under the scheme?
A2:
- ₹5,00,000/- for death due to an accident.
- ₹3,00,000/- for permanent total disability due to an accident.
- ₹1,00,000/- for permanent partial disability due to an accident.
- Up to ₹20,000/- for serious injuries (hospitalization of at least 5 days).
- Up to ₹5,000/- for minor injuries (hospitalization of less than 5 days).
- ₹75,000/- for the normal death of a construction worker.
Q3: May other state persons also apply for this scheme?
A3: No, this scheme is specifically designed for construction workers registered with the Rajasthan Labor Board. Applicants must meet the registration and contribution criteria set by the state.
Q4: What amount of benefits is provided in cases of death?
A4: In cases of death due to an accident, the benefit is ₹5,00,000/-. For a normal (non-accidental) death of a construction worker, the benefit provided is ₹75,000/-.
Q5: What amount of benefits is provided in case of permanent disability?
A5:
- For permanent total disability (loss of two eyes, both hands, or both legs): ₹3,00,000/-.
- For permanent partial disability (loss of one hand or one leg): ₹1,00,000/-.
Q6: What amount of benefits is provided in cases of minor injuries?
A6: For minor injuries, where hospitalization is less than 5 days, the benefit is up to ₹5,000/-.
Q7: What is the eligible age to get the scheme benefits?
A7: The scheme covers construction workers between the ages of 18 and 60 years.
Q8: What documents are required?
A8: Required documents include:
- Hospital discharge ticket (for accidents).
- Mortuary report or FIR (for accidental death).
- Death certificate (if applicable).
- Employer certificate.
- Beneficiary registration identity card.
- Bhamashah family card or nomination.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Bank account passbook (first page).
Q9: What is the official portal to apply online?
A9: Applicants must use the official portal for the Rajasthan Shramik Card to register and apply for the scheme. Detailed guidelines and portal links are provided on the official website of the Labor Department, Rajasthan.