The “Chief Minister Jharkhand International Migrant Worker Grant Scheme” is an initiative by the Department of Labour, Employment & Training, Government of Jharkhand. The scheme is designed to provide financial assistance of ₹5,00,000/- to the dependents of Jharkhand residents who pass away while working abroad. It covers deaths due to accidents, acts of violence, natural causes, and even includes cases like animal attacks, road accidents, terrorism, nuclear radiation, and war-related fatalities.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
Eligible dependents receive a one-time grant of ₹5,00,000/-.
Eligibility Criteria
- Dependents:
The applicant must be a dependent of the deceased worker. Eligible dependents include spouses, children, parents, or legal heirs. - Deceased Worker:
- Must be a resident of Jharkhand and an Indian citizen.
- The deceased’s age should have been between 15 and 65 years.
- Income Limit:
The family’s annual income should not exceed ₹72,000/-. - Certification:
The death must be certified by the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
Application Process (Offline)
- Obtain the Application Form:
- Visit the District Commissioner’s office during office hours and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the designated staff.
OR - Download the application form from the official website.
- Visit the District Commissioner’s office during office hours and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the designated staff.
- Complete the Application:
- Fill in all mandatory fields.
- Attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Commissioner’s office.
- Receipt and Acknowledgement:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Commissioner’s office.
- Ensure the receipt contains details such as the date and time of submission and a unique identification number, if applicable.
Documents Required
- Death Certificate of the deceased migrant.
- Copy of FIR/Post-mortem Report (if applicable).
- Copy of the Deceased Migrant’s Passport and Visa.
- Income Certificate of the dependent.
- Residence Certificate of the deceased migrant in Jharkhand.
- Two Self-attested Photographs of the dependent/claimant.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Who is eligible for this scheme?
Dependents (spouses, children, parents, or legal heirs) of Jharkhand residents who died while working abroad, where the deceased was aged between 15 and 65, and the family’s annual income is below ₹72,000/-. -
What is the amount of financial assistance?
The scheme provides ₹5,00,000/- as a one-time grant. -
Which deaths are covered under this scheme?
Deaths due to accidental causes, acts of violence, natural causes, animal attacks, road accidents, terrorism, nuclear radiation, and war-related incidents are covered. -
What types of deaths are excluded?
Specific exclusions may be detailed in the official guidelines; however, only those deaths certified by the Ministry of External Affairs are eligible. -
Who can apply for the assistance?
Eligible dependents of the deceased migrant worker, including spouses, children, parents, or legal heirs, can apply. -
What documents are required for the application?
Documents include the death certificate, FIR/Post-mortem report (if applicable), copies of the deceased’s passport and visa, income and residence certificates, and two self-attested photographs of the claimant. -
Where should I submit the application?
The application should be submitted to the District Commissioner’s office. -
Is there any age restriction for eligibility?
Yes, the deceased worker must have been between 15 and 65 years of age at the time of death. -
How is the assistance amount disbursed?
The grant of ₹5,00,000/- is provided as a one-time financial assistance to the eligible dependents. -
Can I claim assistance if the deceased was unmarried?
Yes, the scheme covers dependents of the deceased irrespective of the marital status of the worker, as long as the eligibility criteria are met. -
Who is the responsible authority for this scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Department of Labour, Employment & Training, Government of Jharkhand.