About this social welfare scheme
Under this scheme, a monthly pension of Rs. 4,000/- is given to the Silicosis-affected worker categorized as category (A, B, or C) according to the ILO Classification, until he/she remains alive.
The scheme “Silicosis Rehabilitation Pension” is implemented by the Haryana Labour Welfare Board, Government of Haryana. Under this scheme, a monthly pension of Rs. 4,000/- is given to the Silicosis-affected worker categorized as category (A, B, or C) according to the ILO Classification, until he/she remains alive. Only workers who are confirmed to be suffering from Silicosis by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana, will be eligible for the assistance.
Note: Silicosis, an incurable lung disease prevalent in workplaces like stone crushers and mines, is a notifiable disease in Haryana under the Factories Act, of 1948, and the Building and Other Construction Workers (RE & CS) Act, of 1996. Upon confirmation by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, affected workers are swiftly referred to hospitals for treatment; those under the Employee State Insurance Act, 1948 receive care at ESI hospitals, while others are provided free treatment at district hospitals and medical colleges by the Health Department, with the option for reimbursement for necessary resources unavailable locally, facilitated by the Labour Department.
Symptoms of Silicosis:
• Associated with T.B
• Shortness of breath
• Fatigue
• Loss of appetite (Anorexia).
• Chest pain; dry with non-productive cough (Whooping Cough).
• Respiratory failure
• Eventually leads to death
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Silicosis Rehabilitation Pension- Haryana Silicosis Board (SRP-HSB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Haryana |
| Official portal | hrylabour.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Haryana Labour Welfare Board, Government Of Haryana |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline / Online |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 60 to 80 years
- 💼Construction Worker, Unorganized Worker, Organized Worker
- 📝Offline / Online
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
- Under this scheme, a monthly pension of Rs. 4,000/- is given to the Silicosis-affected worker categorized as category (A, B, or C) according to the ILO Classification, until he/she remains alive.
Who qualifies
- Only workers who are confirmed to be suffering from Silicosis by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana, will be eligible for the assistance.
- The Silicosis-affected worker should be categorized as either category A, B, or C according to the ILO Classification.
- The worker should have been registered with the Haryana Silicosis Board.
- The worker should have been employed in a factory or at a construction site.
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Documents required for registration under the Haryana Silicosis Board:
Documents required for Scheme Benefits:
Registration walkthrough
Offline
Registration under the Haryana Silicosis Board :
Step 01: The applicant may visit the nearest Labour Office and collect the application form. The Application Performa (Annexure I) may also be downloaded from the Official Website of the Labour Department Haryana.
Step 02: Fill out the application form with all required details, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Step 03: Attach all necessary documents, including medical certificates, proof of identity, etc.
Step 04: Submit the completely filled application form along with supporting documents to the Assistant Director, Industrial Health of your concerned jurisdiction.
Step 05: The Assistant Director will review the application and then forward it to the Office of the Labour Commissioner-cum-Welfare Commissioner, Haryana.
Step 06: Await notification from the Labour Department, Haryana regarding the approval or any further requirements for your application.
Step 07: Upon approval, the applicant will receive their registration details.
Apply for scheme benefits:
Step 01: The applicant may visit the nearest Labour Office and collect the application form. The Application Performa (Annexure V) may also be downloaded from the Official Website of the Labour Department Haryana.
Step 02: Fill out the application form with all required details, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
Step 03: Attach all necessary documents, including medical certificates, proof of identity, and the certificate of being the widow/widower or nominee, if applicable, etc.
Step 04: Submit the completely filled application form along with supporting documents to the Assistant Director, Industrial Health of your concerned jurisdiction.
Step 05: The Assistant Director will review the application and then forward it to the Office of the Labour Commissioner-cum-Welfare Commissioner, Haryana.
Step 06: Await notification from the Labour Department regarding the approval or any further requirements for your application.
Step 07: Upon approval, the financial assistance will be processed and provided to the applicant as per the scheme's guidelines.
Online
Registration under the Haryana Silicosis Board :
Step 01: The applicant should visit the Official Website of the Labour Department Haryana.
Step 02: On the home page, click on the “Silicosis Board Beneficiary Login”, a new window page will be opened. If you don't have login details then click on “Click Here” to register.
Step 03: Fill in all the required details, upload all necessary documents, and provide your work experience.
Step 04: Agree with the declaration and click on the ‘continue’ button to submit the registration form.
Step 05: Verify your mobile number with the OTP which is sent to your mobile.
Step 06: A confirmation page will appear on the screen. The ‘User ID’ & ‘Password’ will be sent to the applicant via SMS.
Step 07: After the final submission, you can log into your account using your username and password.
Apply for scheme benefits:
To avail of the benefits of the scheme, the eligible applicant may visit the nearest Antyodaya Kendra and fill up the application form.
Frequently asked questions
Who implements this scheme?
The scheme is implemented by the Haryana Labour Welfare Board, Government of Haryana.
Who is eligible for the pension under this scheme?
Only workers confirmed to be suffering from Silicosis by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana, and categorized as category (A, B, or C) according to the ILO Classification are eligible.
How much is the monthly pension provided under this scheme?
The scheme provides a monthly pension of Rs. 4,000/-.
What is Silicosis?
Silicosis is an incurable lung disease caused by inhaling silica dust, common in workplaces like stone crushers and mines.
What are the symptoms of Silicosis?
Symptoms include shortness of breath, fatigue, loss of appetite, chest pain, dry cough, respiratory failure, and it eventually leads to death.
Who confirms the diagnosis of Silicosis?
The diagnosis is confirmed by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana.
How is the category of a Silicosis-affected worker determined?
The category (A, B, or C) is determined according to the ILO Classification by the Silicosis Diagnosis Board.
How can eligible workers apply for the pension benefits?
Eligible workers may visit the nearest Antyodaya Kendra or Labour Office and fill up the application form.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Notification- Hindi hrylabour.gov.in (PDF)
- Registration Link hrylabour.gov.in
- Official Website hrylabour.gov.in
- FAQs hrylabour.gov.in
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