AI SummaryGopabandhu Sambadika Swasthya Bima Yojana is a state-sponsored health insurance scheme by the Government of Odisha, made to help working journalists and their families with treatment costs. Applications are being accepted online through the official portal for working journalists in the state.
Gopabandhu Sambadika Swasthya Bima Yojana - Introduction
Gopabandhu Sambadika Swasthya Bima Yojana is a health insurance scheme launched by the Information and Public Relations Department, Government of Odisha. It gives complete cover for the treatment costs of working journalists and their eligible family members. The scheme helps journalists working in Odisha or representing Odisha-based media houses in New Delhi, and it covers both indoor and outdoor medical treatment.
The online portal for the Odisha Working Journalists Welfare Scheme was rolled out to invite applications from working journalists for enrolment under this scheme. Earlier the process was done offline, but now journalists can fill in their details and apply online from anywhere.
Key Information
| Key Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Gopabandhu Sambadika Swasthya Bima Yojana |
| Level | State |
| Target Audience | Working Journalists and Family |
| Beneficiary State | Odisha |
| Nodal Department | Information and Public Relations Department |
| Benefit Type | In Kind |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Official Portal | owjws.odisha.gov.in |
Benefits
This scheme extends health insurance support to working journalists and their families. It also gives an ex-gratia payment in case of death or permanent disability of a working journalist.
| Condition | Benefit Amount |
|---|---|
| Death of working journalist | ₹4,00,000 |
| Permanent incapacitation | ₹2,00,000 |
Also, the scheme offers a total health insurance cover of ₹5,00,000 per family unit, which usually includes the journalist, their spouse, and up to three dependent children under the age of 25.
Eligibility
To get the benefit of this scheme, you should meet these criteria:
- You must be a working journalist.
- You should be based in Odisha or working in New Delhi for an Odisha-based newspaper.
- Your media house must be registered with the Information and Public Relations Department of Odisha or New Delhi.
- Newspaper hawkers are also eligible to apply for this scheme.
Application Process
You can apply for this scheme online by following these steps on the official portal.
STEP 1 - Visit the official portal at owjws.odisha.gov.in and click on the option for Gopabandhu Sambadika Swasthya Bima Yojana on the bottom-left of the screen.
STEP 2 - A new page opens for the application form. In the first stage, fill in your personal details like name, date of birth, and contact information.
STEP 3 - In the second stage, fill in your educational background details, and in the third stage provide details of your dependent family members.
STEP 4 - In the fourth stage, provide your present workplace and organization details accurately.
STEP 5 - Now save and submit the form. You will receive a message that says Application Successful, along with a unique application number for tracking. Keep an eye on your registered mobile number for a confirmation SMS.
Documents
You should keep the following required documents ready for your application.
For Odisha-based journalists:
- Valid ID proof such as Birth Certificate, Matric Certificate, Voter Card, PAN Card, Passport, or Driving License
- Aadhaar Card
- Recent photograph
- Accreditation certificate for freelance journalists
- Dependent family member identity proof
- Appointment letter and employee identity card
For journalists working in New Delhi:
- All documents mentioned above
- Editor recommendation letter
- Valid Delhi address proof
References
View Guidelines and Official Website
Odisha CM launches dedicated portal for health insurance of working journalists
FAQ's
What is Gopabandhu Sambadika Swasthya Bima Yojana?
Gopabandhu Sambadika Swasthya Bima Yojana is a health insurance scheme by the Government of Odisha that helps working journalists and their families with treatment costs.
Who is covered under this health insurance scheme?
Coverage extends to working journalists, their spouses, and up to three dependent children under the age of 25.
What is the insurance cover limit?
The scheme provides an insurance cover of ₹5,00,000 per family for medical treatment.
How do I apply?
You should go to the official portal at owjws.odisha.gov.in to submit your application online.