AI SummaryAssistance on Death - Haryana Silicosis Board provides financial support of ₹1,00,000 to the family of a worker who passed away due to silicosis. Haryana Labour Welfare Board, Government of Haryana, runs this state scheme to help the widow, widower, or nominee of the deceased worker get money support during a difficult time.
This scheme comes under the Haryana Silicosis Rehabilitation Policy, which covers compensation and welfare measures for workers affected by this occupational lung disease. In 2026, the death support of ₹1,00,000 is still available, and family members can apply offline at labour offices or use the online Silicosis Board registration portal of Labour Department Haryana.
Assistance on Death - Haryana Silicosis Board - Introduction
Silicosis is a serious lung disease caused by breathing in silica dust, which is common in mines, stone crushing units, and construction sites. If a registered worker dies because of this disease, the family gets a one-time financial support of ₹1,00,000 from the Haryana Labour Welfare Board.
The amount goes to the widow or widower if the deceased worker was married. If the worker was unmarried, the money is paid to the registered nominee. This support helps the family manage daily expenses and other needs after losing the main earner.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Assistance on Death - Haryana Silicosis Board |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary States | Haryana |
| Category | Social Welfare and Empowerment |
| Benefit Amount | ₹1,00,000 on death of silicosis victim |
| Benefit Type | Cash (one-time) |
| Nodal Department | Labour Department, Government of Haryana |
| Implementing Agency | Haryana Labour Welfare Board |
| Application Mode | Offline at Labour Office and Online at Silicosis Board portal |
| DBT Scheme | No |
Benefits
Assistance on Death - Haryana Silicosis Board gives a one-time cash grant to families who lose a working member to silicosis. The amount is fixed and does not depend on the worker's salary.
| Condition | Amount |
| Death of Silicosis Victim | ₹1,00,000 |
If the deceased worker was married, the widow or widower receives the full amount. If the worker was unmarried, the amount goes to the registered nominee. The family must have the silicosis confirmation from the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana, to get this benefit.
Eligibility
Check who can apply for this state scheme before starting the application. The main conditions are given below.
- Applicant should be the legal widow, widower, or registered nominee of the deceased worker.
- The deceased worker must have a confirmed diagnosis of silicosis from the Silicosis Diagnosis Board, Haryana.
- The worker should have been employed in a factory or at a construction site before the death.
Application Process
Family members can apply for this support in two ways. One is the offline process through the Labour Office, and the other is online registration on the Silicosis Board portal of Labour Department Haryana.
Offline Application
STEP 1 - Visit the nearest Labour Office of Haryana and collect the application form. The Application Performa (Annexure VIII) can also be taken from the official website of Labour Department Haryana.
STEP 2 - Fill the form with the correct details of the deceased worker and the applicant. Attach all required documents such as the death certificate, silicosis identity card, and proof of relationship.
STEP 3 - Submit the completed form to the Assistant Director of Industrial Health of the concerned area. The office checks the records and sends them for final approval.
STEP 4 - The file goes to the Office of the Labour Commissioner-cum-Welfare Commissioner, Haryana. After approval, the support amount is paid to the widow, widower, or nominee.
Online Registration on Silicosis Board Portal
STEP 1 - Open the official Silicosis Board registration page of Labour Department Haryana at Silicosis Beneficiary Registration portal and choose the option to register.
STEP 2 - Fill the applicant details such as name as per Aadhaar, father or husband name, Aadhaar number, permanent and current address, mobile number, bank details, date of birth, and gender.
STEP 3 - Upload the required files including Aadhaar image, applicant photo, X-ray, CT scan, medical prescription, ESI card, and work experience proof. File size should be within the limit shown on the page.
STEP 4 - Create a password, accept the declaration, and submit the form. After registration, the family can complete the death claim process through the labour office.
Family members can also visit the nearest Antyodaya Kendra or CSC centre for help in completing the online process.
Documents
Keep these documents ready before applying so that the file moves fast.
- Copy of Aadhaar Card of the applicant and the deceased worker.
- Official Death Certificate of the worker.
- Silicosis Identity Card or diagnosis certificate of the deceased.
- Proof showing the relationship with the deceased worker.
- Copy of the Bank Passbook of the applicant.
- Any other document asked by the labour office.
References
Official Online Registration - Silicosis Board, Labour Department Haryana
Related scheme: Silicosis Rehabilitation Pension - Haryana Silicosis Board
FAQ's
Who runs this scheme?
Haryana Labour Welfare Board, Government of Haryana, runs this scheme through the Labour Department.
What is the benefit amount?
The family receives a one-time financial support of ₹1,00,000 on the death of the silicosis victim.
Who gets the payment?
If the worker was married, the widow or widower gets the amount. If unmarried, the registered nominee gets it.
What is the basic eligibility?
The applicant should be the widow, widower, or nominee of a worker who died from silicosis and worked in a factory or construction site.
What is silicosis?
Silicosis is a serious and incurable lung disease caused by breathing in silica dust, common in mines, stone crushing, and construction work.
How to apply for this scheme?
Apply offline at the nearest Labour Office with the Annexure VIII form, or register online on the Silicosis Board portal of Labour Department Haryana.