The Bihar Shatabdi Asangathit Karyakshetra Kamagaar Evan Shilpakar Samajik Suraksha Yojana, launched by the Labour Resources Department, Bihar, provides social security to unorganized workers and artisans in the state. One component of this scheme offers financial assistance in the event of accidental injuries, ensuring that eligible workers receive support during medical treatment and recovery.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: ₹5,000 for accidental injuries.
Eligibility
- Residency: Must be a resident of Bihar.
- Occupation: An unorganized worker or craftsman in Bihar.
- Age Range: 18 to 65 years (as of 1st July of the application year).
Application Process (Offline)
- Visit Concerned Office: Go to the District Officer or relevant committee handling the scheme.
- Collect Form: Request the Application Form-5.
- Fill & Attach Documents:
- Provide all required details and attach supporting documents (attested if needed).
- Submit the Application: Hand in the completed form at the District Officer or Labour Welfare Committee address below: Office Address:Labour Resources Department, Government of Bihar
Bihar State Labour Welfare Committee
Niyojan Bhawan, Patna- 800 007
Tel: 062-2520 053
[email protected]
Documents Required
- Prescribed Application Form-5.
- Residential Certificate (Proof of residency in Bihar).
- Hospitalization Certificate (for injuries).
- Accident Report:
- If legally required, a copy of the police report.
- If a police report is not required by law, a certificate from Mukhiya/Ward Councillor in urban areas.
- Proof of Age (Aadhaar, Voter ID, etc.).
- Certificate from Mukhiya/Ward Member/Panchayat Samiti Member or Ward Councillor (urban areas), plus a self-attested photograph showing injury and hospitalization.
- Aadhaar Card.
- Caste Certificate (if applicable).
- Bank Account and IFSC Details (copy of first page of passbook).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the objective of this scheme?
The scheme aims to provide social security and financial assistance to unorganized workers and artisans in Bihar, specifically in cases of accidental injuries. - What financial assistance is provided under “Accidental Injuries”?
A lump sum ₹5,000 is given to eligible workers for accidental injuries. - Who is eligible to apply?
Workers or artisans in the unorganized sector in Bihar, aged 18–65, who are residents of Bihar. - How is the applicant’s age calculated?
Age is determined as of 1st July of the respective year of application. - Who is responsible for implementing the scheme?
The Labour Resources Department, Government of Bihar, through the Bihar State Labour Welfare Committee. - Where should the application be submitted?
Applicants must submit Form-5 with required documents at the District Officer/Labour Welfare Committee in Patna or local designated offices. - Is the scheme applicable to workers in organized sectors?
No, it exclusively covers unorganized sector workers/artisans. - What does the scheme cover?
It covers financial assistance for accidental injuries and other social security benefits for unorganized workers.