The “Jharkhand State Migrant Labourers Survey and Rehabilitation Scheme” is an initiative launched by the Department of Labour, Employment & Training, Government of Jharkhand. This scheme aims to identify migrant workers from the state and extend comprehensive support—including financial assistance, healthcare, and livelihood support—to workers and their families. It focuses on addressing the vulnerabilities of migrant workers who experience accidents or suffer injuries while working outside Jharkhand, empowering them with sustainable rehabilitation and social security measures.
Benefits
Financial assistance and livelihood support are provided under the scheme according to the following categories:
- In case of death or permanent disability:
- Registered Workers: ₹1,50,000
- Unregistered Workers: ₹1,00,000
- Loss of both eyes or two limbs:
- Registered Workers: ₹1,50,000
- Unregistered Workers: ₹1,00,000
- Loss of one eye or one limb:
- Registered Workers: ₹75,000
- Unregistered Workers: ₹50,000
- Transportation Support:
In the event of death or complete disability due to natural disaster, the government bears the entire transportation cost from the worker’s current state to their ancestral home.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the scheme, the following criteria must be met:
- Residency:
The migrant worker must be a resident of Jharkhand. - Age:
The worker must be between 18 and 65 years of age. - Accident Location:
The death or injury must have occurred due to an accident while working outside Jharkhand. - Employment Type:
The worker should be engaged in an unskilled or semi-skilled job. - Economic Status:
The worker must belong to the economically weaker sections (EWS).
Application Process
Offline & Online
- Obtain Application Form:
- Visit the district labor office during office hours and request a hard copy of the prescribed application form from the staff designated to issue and collect filled-in applications.
- Complete the Form:
- Fill in all mandatory fields and attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
- Submission:
- Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the district labor office.
- Acknowledgment:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the district labor office. Ensure that it contains essential details such as the date, time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Note:
The incident must be reported to the nearest government office (e.g., Block Development Officer, Labor Superintendent, or District Magistrate) within the specified timeframe as per local rules.
Documents Required
- Proof of Residence in Jharkhand:
(e.g., Aadhaar Card, Voter ID, etc.) - Proof of Employment or Migration Outside Jharkhand.
- Identity Proof of the Applicant.
- Income Certificate or Proof of Belonging to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS).
- Bank Account Details for direct benefit transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can benefit from the scheme?
Migrant workers from Jharkhand and their families, especially those facing death, permanent disability, or severe injuries while working outside the state. - What benefits are provided under this scheme?
Financial assistance and livelihood support, including lump sum grants for death/disability and transportation support for returning to the ancestral home. - Is there a helpline for migrant workers under this scheme?
Specific helpline details can be obtained from the district labor office or the official Jharkhand government website. - What is the purpose of the survey?
To identify and assess the needs of migrant workers for targeted rehabilitation and social security measures. - Can families of migrant workers apply for this scheme?
Yes, the benefits are extended to the families of affected workers. - Is this scheme available for workers employed within Jharkhand?
No, the scheme is designed for workers who face incidents while working outside the state. - How can I apply for the scheme?
Applications can be submitted offline at the district labor office following the prescribed process. - Is skill development training part of the scheme?
While the focus is on rehabilitation and social security, the scheme may link beneficiaries with livelihood support programs. - How will the financial assistance be disbursed?
The assistance amount will be credited directly to the bank account provided in the application. - Where can I find more information about the scheme?
Detailed guidelines and updates are available on the official Jharkhand government and Department of Labour, Employment & Training websites.