The “Financial Assistance (Kanyadaan) on the Occasion of Marriage of Daughter” scheme is implemented by the Haryana Labour Welfare Board, Government of Haryana. This scheme is specifically designed for workers suffering from silicosis—as confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana—to support the marriage expenses of up to three of their daughters. Silicosis, an incurable lung disease prevalent in workplaces such as stone crushers and mines, is a notifiable disease under the Factories Act, 1948, and the Building and Other Construction Workers (RE & CS) Act, 1996. Affected workers are promptly referred for treatment in government or ESI hospitals, with free treatment provided at district hospitals and medical colleges; the Labour Department facilitates reimbursement for essential resources unavailable locally.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
- A grant of ₹51,000 is provided to eligible workers for the marriage of up to three of their daughters.
Eligibility
- Employment and Health:
- The applicant must be a worker employed in a factory or at a construction site and suffering from silicosis, as confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana.
- Registration:
- The worker must be registered with the Haryana Silicosis Board.
- Coverage:
- The assistance covers the marriage of up to three daughters of the affected worker.
Application Process
Registration Under the Haryana Silicosis Board
- Collect the Application Form:
- Visit your nearest Labour Office and collect the application form (Annexure I) or download it from the Official Website of the Labour Department, Haryana.
- Form Completion:
- Fill out the application form with all required details and attach necessary documents (e.g., medical certificates, proof of identity, etc.).
- Submission:
- Submit the completed application form along with supporting documents to the Assistant Director, Industrial Health of your jurisdiction.
- Review Process:
- The Assistant Director will review the application and forward it to the Office of the Labour Commissioner-cum-Welfare Commissioner, Haryana.
- Notification:
- Await notification regarding approval and receive your registration details.
Applying for Scheme Benefits
- Collect the Application Form:
- Similarly, obtain the application form for benefits (Annexure VI) from the nearest Labour Office or download it from the official website.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill in all mandatory details and attach all necessary documents, including:
- Medical certificates and diagnosis confirming silicosis.
- Proof of identity.
- Certificate of nominee/widow (if applicable) or other supporting documents.
- Fill in all mandatory details and attach all necessary documents, including:
- Submission:
- Submit the completed and signed application form along with the required documents to the Assistant Director, Industrial Health.
- Approval:
- The application will be reviewed, and upon approval, the financial assistance will be processed as per the scheme guidelines.
Documents Required
For Registration Under the Haryana Silicosis Board
- Identity and Personal Documents:
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size Photograph
- Proof of Age
- Ration Card
- Proof of Residence
- Medical Documents:
- Medical Report (X-Ray, CT Scan, Medical Prescription, or other relevant documents)
- Work Experience:
- Work Experience Document
- Bank Details:
- Bank Account Details
- Additional Documents:
- ESI Card or any other general document (if applicable)
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID)
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Any other documents as required
For Scheme Benefits
- Verification Documents:
- Identity Card of Worker
- Copy of Aadhaar Card and Voter ID Card
- Marriage Documents:
- Marriage Invitation Card attested by the Sarpanch or Ward Member
- Marriage Photo
- Additional Supporting Documents:
- Date of Birth Proof of the Daughter Getting Married
- Copy of Bank Passbook
- Death Certificate of the worker (if the worker is not alive)
- Any other documents as required
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who implements this scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Haryana Labour Welfare Board. - How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A grant of ₹51,000 is provided for the marriage of up to three daughters. - What is silicosis?
Silicosis is an incurable lung disease, commonly contracted by workers in industries such as stone crushing and mining, and is a notifiable disease under relevant labor laws. - What are the symptoms of silicosis?
Common symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, loss of appetite (anorexia), chest pain with a dry cough, respiratory failure, and ultimately death. It is often associated with tuberculosis. - Who is eligible for this scheme?
Workers suffering from silicosis (confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board) and registered with the Haryana Silicosis Board are eligible for financial assistance for the marriage of up to three daughters. - How many daughters’ marriages can be covered under this scheme?
The assistance is available for the marriage of up to three daughters. - How can an eligible applicant apply for the scheme benefits?
Applicants must collect and fill out the prescribed application forms from the Labour Office (or download from the official website) and submit them along with the required documents to the Assistant Director, Industrial Health. - Are there any specific document requirements?
Yes, documents include identity proofs, medical reports (X-Ray, CT Scan, etc.), work experience documents, bank details, and for benefits, marriage-related documents like the invitation card, marriage photo, and proof of the daughter’s date of birth.