What you get
Financial Assistance: ₹1,00,000/- (one lakh rupees) per case. | Purpose: Financial assistance to heirs of deceased workers who died due to silicosis. | Nature: One-time payment as compensation.
Who can apply
Required Paperwork
- Aadhaar Card
- PAN Card
- Income Certificate
- Residence Proof (Domicile)
Common Questions
Is this financial assistance provided multiple times or is it a single payment to the family of the deceased?
This is a one-time payment of ₹1,00,000/- provided as compensation upon death of worker due to silicosis disease.
What specific occupational connection must I establish between the deceased worker's silicosis and their work to qualify for assistance?
You must establish the occupational nature of the silicosis disease in relation to Akik work and prove the worker died due to occupational silicosis.
Can I apply for this assistance if my family member was employed by a company in Akik industry rather than being self-employed?
No, the scheme specifically covers heirs of self-reliant persons who carried on the occupation of Akik, not employees of companies.
What documents do I need to provide to prove that my deceased family member worked in the Akik occupation?
You must submit employment records or proof of Akik occupation of the deceased, along with medical records establishing silicosis disease and proof of employment in Akik occupation.
How much financial compensation will I receive if my application for assistance is approved by the authorities?
The scheme provides a one-time financial assistance of ₹1,00,000/- (one lakh rupees) per case to the heirs of deceased workers.
Can I apply for this financial assistance if my family member died from silicosis but worked in a different industry?
No, the deceased person must have been specifically engaged in Akik occupation and died due to occupational silicosis while working in this field.
What type of medical documentation is required to establish that silicosis was the cause of my relative's death?
You need to submit a medical certificate confirming silicosis as the cause of death and medical records establishing the silicosis disease.
Do I need to prove that I am the legal heir of the deceased worker to qualify for this assistance?
Yes, you must provide a legal heir certificate as part of the required documentation to establish your relationship with the deceased worker.
Can family members of workers who died from silicosis in other states apply for this financial assistance program?
No, the applicant must be the heir of a person who died due to silicosis while engaged in Akik work specifically in Gujarat state.
What personal identification documents do I need to submit along with my application for this compensation scheme?
You must provide identity proof of the applicant (heir) and address proof of the applicant as part of the required documentation.
What is the primary purpose of this financial assistance scheme and what type of workers does it aim to help?
The scheme aims to provide compensation for occupational disease-related deaths, specifically helping families of workers who died from silicosis contracted during Akik occupation.
How long has this financial assistance program been available to help families affected by occupational silicosis in the Akik industry?
The scheme was launched in 2006 by the Gujarat Rural Workers Welfare Board under the Labour and Employment Department, Government of Gujarat.