Ex Gratia Assistance to Next of Kin of the Deceased by COVID-19

The Revenue and Disaster Management Department, Haryana, provided a one-time ex gratia financial support of ₹50,000 to the next of kin of individuals who passed away due to COVID-19 in the state.

Ex Gratia Assistance to Next of Kin of the Deceased by COVID-19

Scheme has been closed or it was a one time scheme which has been closed by the government.

This scheme was introduced to help families who lost a member during the COVID-19 pandemic. The District Disaster Management Authority, led by the Deputy Commissioner, verified every claim to ensure clear processing before funds reached beneficiaries via the Direct Benefit Transfer system.

The application process was made available through the Antyodaya SARAL Portal, allowing eligible families to submit their claims online along with required documents. All applications were settled within 30 days of submission of required documents.

The scheme was governed under the Haryana Right to Service Act, 2014, and the Disaster Management Act, 2005. The payment was processed directly into the applicant's Aadhaar-linked bank account.

Key Information

Benefits

The scheme provided a one-time financial assistance of ₹50,000 per deceased person to their designated next of kin. The amount was transferred directly through DBT mode to the Aadhaar-linked bank account of the applicant.

Eligibility

To be eligible, the applicant must meet the following criteria:

• Must be the declared next of kin of the deceased.
• The deceased must have been officially diagnosed with COVID-19 through one of the following methods:

1. RT-PCR test.
2. Molecular test.
3. Rapid Antigen Test (RAT).
4. Clinical diagnosis by a treating physician while the patient was admitted to a hospital or inpatient facility.

Application Process

STEP 1 - Visit the Antyodaya SARAL Portal at saralharyana.gov.in and register if you do not already have an account.

STEP 2 - Navigate to the service section and select "Ex-Gratia Assistance to Next of Kin of the Deceased by COVID-19."

STEP 3 - Fill in the required details including name of the deceased, relationship to the applicant, place of death, address, Aadhaar number, and bank account information.

STEP 4 - Upload the required documents: death certificate issued by the Health Department and the COVID-19 diagnostic report (RT-PCR, Molecular, RAT, or formal clinical assessment record from the treating facility).

STEP 5 - Submit the application and await verification by the Deputy Commissioner acting as Chairman of the District Disaster Management Authority. The claim would be settled within 30 days of submission.

Documents Required

Ensure you have the following documents ready for your application:

• Death certificate issued by the Health Department for each family member who died due to COVID-19.
• Valid COVID-19 diagnostic report (RT-PCR, Molecular, RAT, or formal clinical assessment record from the treating facility).
• Aadhaar card copy of the applicant.
• Bank account details linked with Aadhaar for DBT payment.

References

Antyodaya SARAL Portal

Service Details on Antyodaya SARAL

NDMA Guidelines on Ex-Gratia Assistance to COVID-19 Victims

FAQ's

What is the purpose of this scheme?

The scheme provided a one-time ex gratia payment of ₹50,000 to the next of kin of those who died from COVID-19 in Haryana.

Who managed the verification of claims?

The Deputy Commissioner, acting as the Chairman of the District Disaster Management Authority, verified all claims.

How was the payment processed?

Funds were transferred directly into the applicant's Aadhaar-linked bank account through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.

Is there a limit to the assistance?

Yes, the scheme provided a one-time payment of ₹50,000 per deceased person.

Was this scheme covered under any legal framework?

Yes, this scheme was governed by the Haryana Right to Service Act, 2014 and the Disaster Management Act, 2005.