Accidental Death Assistance Scheme
The Accidental Death Assistance Scheme provides financial aid to families of workers who die in workplace accidents in Gujarat.
Key facts
| Benefit | ₹2,00,000 |
|---|---|
| Who | Family of workers (Shramyogis) who die in accidents |
| How paid | One-time cash assistance |
| Implemented by | Gujarat Labour Welfare Board |
| Official portal | sanman.gujarat.gov.in |
| Application window | Apply within 2 years of worker's accidental death |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive a one-time financial assistance of ₹2,00,000 in the event of an accidental death of a worker during employment.
Who can apply
- For: worker
- not income tax payer
- no government employee in family
This scheme is available to the families of workers who have died due to an accident while employed. Eligible workers must not be income tax payers and should not have any government employees in their family.
Who is not eligible
- Post-sickness death
- Natural death
How to apply
Applications can be submitted online through the Sanman Portal.
- Visit the Sanman Portal: https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/
- Click on ‘Citizen Login’ and select ‘Please Register Here’.
- Enter your Aadhaar Card Number, select user type, and input your Labour Welfare Fund Account Number.
- Click ‘Fetch’ to verify your details.
- Fill in user details and create a Password.
- Log in using your User ID and Password after successful registration.
- Select the scheme and read the instructions carefully.
- Complete the application form and upload all required documents.
- Agree to the Rules & Regulations and submit the application. A confirmation email will be sent with your application number.
Documents required
- Passport-size Photograph
- Identity card issued by the contractor to the worker/labour
- Aadhaar Card of Labour
- Labour Welfare Fund Account Number
- Identity proof of family member/applicant
- Death certificate of worker
- Accident report
- Bonafide certificate
- Affidavit
- Bank account details/Bank Passbook of family member/applicant
- Any other documents as required
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application not processed | Ensure that the application is submitted within 2 years from the date of the worker's death. |
| Accident report missing | For deaths in factories, the Director of Industrial Safety and Health must submit an accident report. |
| Incomplete application | Check that all required documents are uploaded and details are complete before submission. |
Frequently asked questions
Who administers the Accidental Death Assistance Scheme?
The scheme is managed by the Gujarat Labour Welfare Board under the Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department of the Government of Gujarat.
What benefits does the scheme provide?
Families of workers receive a financial assistance of ₹2,00,000 in case of the worker's accidental death during employment.
Who is eligible for the scheme?
The family of a worker who dies in an accident is eligible, provided the worker's organization has regularly contributed to the Labour Welfare Fund.
Are there any exclusions to the scheme?
Yes, deaths resulting from sickness or natural causes are not covered under this scheme.
What is the application time limit after a worker's death?
Applications must be submitted within 2 years from the date of the worker's accidental death.
What additional documentation is required for eligibility?
An accident report must be submitted for deaths occurring in a factory, while an affidavit from the factory's owner or manager is needed for accidents outside the workplace.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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