Silicosis
Silicosis Policy
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States / UT: Rajasthan
Ministry / nodal: Social Justice & Empowerment Department
Department: Directorate Specially Abled Person
Nodal department: Directorate Specially Abled Person
Scheme for: Individual
Scheme profile
DBT (direct benefit transfer): No
Target beneficiaries: Workers, Individuals affected by silicosis
Tags: Silicosis, Health, Financial Assistance, Rehabilitation, Prevention, Workers, Mining, Dust Exposure, Rajasthan, Government Scheme, Support, Policy
Details
The Silicosis Policy was launched by the state government on October 3, 2019. This policy addresses the issue of workers suffering from silicosis, an incurable disease caused by exposure to dust in mines, factories, stone crushing, powder manufacturing, gravel production, and stone sculpture work. The policy provides financial assistance to individuals affected by silicosis, along with measures for identifying workplaces and workers, rehabilitation, and prevention and control of the disease.
Benefits
- - Financial assistance for individuals affected by silicosis
- Identification of workplaces and workers at risk
- Rehabilitation support for affected individuals
- Preventive measures and control strategies for silicosis
- Financial assistance for individuals affected by silicosis
- Identification of workplaces and workers at risk
- Rehabilitation support for affected individuals
- Preventive measures and control strategies for silicosis
Eligibility
All workers exposed to dust in mining, stone crushing, and related industries can apply for assistance under this policy.
Application Process
Online
To apply, individuals must submit the following documents:
- Domicile Certificate Copy
- Death Certificate Copy (if applicable)
- Jan Aadhar/Bhamashah Card Copy
For more information, refer to the official notification: Silicosis Policy Notification
Documents Required
No document list is available for this scheme yet.
Official links
References
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Documents Required for Government Schemes
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- Aadhaar Card
- Income Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Residence Proof
- Bank Account Details
- Educational Certificates (for student schemes)
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- Fill the application form
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