AI SummaryPersonal Accident Assistance Scheme gives cash support and compensation to farmers, agricultural labourers and Mandi labourers in Uttarakhand who get hurt or die in an accident while working in the field or operating farm equipment. The scheme is run by the Uttarakhand Agricultural Production and Marketing Board under the Agriculture Department of the Government of Uttarakhand, and claims are processed through the local Mandi Committees.
Under the Mandi Act of Uttarakhand, this safety support covers people who work in regulated Mandi areas. Anyone doing agricultural tasks, using power tools, digging wells or ponds for irrigation, running a tractor for threshing or moving produce can get financial help if an accident causes injury or death. As of August 2026, the scheme continues to accept claims through the offline process described below.
Personal Accident Assistance Scheme - Introduction
Personal Accident Assistance Scheme is a state-level scheme brought in to protect the people who work hardest in the farming chain. Farmers, agricultural labourers and Mandi labourers often work with heavy machines and in risky conditions, and an accident can leave a family without income. By offering a cash benefit in such cases, the scheme makes sure families get some support during a sudden crisis in the field or in Mandi areas.
The scheme is implemented by the Uttarakhand Agricultural Production and Marketing Board, which works through the local Mandi Committees. When a claim is approved, the payment is sent to the Mandi Secretary for final distribution to the eligible person or the family. This keeps the whole process close to the people it serves.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Personal Accident Assistance Scheme |
| Level | State |
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Uttarakhand |
| Category | Social welfare and Empowerment |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Agriculture Department |
| Implementing Agency | Uttarakhand Agricultural Production and Marketing Board |
Benefits
Under the Mandi Act of Uttarakhand, farmers, agricultural labourers and Mandi labourers working in regulated Mandi areas are covered by this scheme. The cover extends to people who do agricultural tasks or use agricultural equipment such as power tools, tractors for threshing, or vehicles used to transport produce.
In case of physical injury or death caused by an accident during such work, the scheme provides financial compensation. This money helps the injured person or the family of the deceased to deal with treatment costs and daily expenses. The exact benefit amount follows the rules set by the Mandi Board and is paid after the claim is verified and approved.
Eligibility
To claim this support, a person needs to meet the following conditions:
- Residence: The applicant must be a resident of Uttarakhand, since this is a state-level scheme for people working in the state's Mandi areas.
- Age: The person claiming compensation must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the claim.
- Nature of work: The accident must be linked to agricultural work or the operation of agricultural equipment in a regulated Mandi area.
Exclusions
This scheme does not cover accidents that are not related to agricultural activities. Incidents that happen outside the jurisdiction of the Mandi Samiti are also not covered, so the claim must relate to work carried out within the regulated Mandi area.
Application Process
The application is done offline through the local market committee. The steps below walk through the full process from reporting the accident to receiving the payment.
STEP 1 - Report the accident to the local market committee or district officer as soon as possible, and this must be done within 45 days of the incident. After the report, a committee employee will carry out an investigation within 15 days.
STEP 2 - If the victim has passed away, the legal heir must get the claim form signed by two close relatives who act as witnesses. This signature step is important for the claim to be accepted.
STEP 3 - Get the application verified by the village head or two members of the Panchayat. All signatures or thumb impressions must be certified by the secretary, chairman or administrator of the local market committee.
STEP 4 - For accidental death cases, submit a death certificate, postmortem report or a panchnama prepared by a doctor at a primary health centre or district hospital. A cremation panchnama may also be needed.
STEP 5 - For injury claims, attach a medical certificate and two postcard-sized colour photographs of the affected body part, verified by two relatives.
STEP 6 - Fill the form completely, including the left or right thumb impression. If the thumb is missing, use the fingerprint of any available finger on the working hand.
STEP 7 - After the Secretary of the Market Committee reviews the file, they forward their recommendation to the Chairman or Administrator. Revenue Department officials also double-check the application for clarity.
STEP 8 - Once approved, the claim form goes to the Managing Director of the Uttarakhand Agricultural Produce Marketing Board for final payment processing. The board then provides a draft to the local Mandi Secretary for final disbursement.
Documents
Keep the following documents ready before applying so that the claim is not delayed:
- Accident report and a fully completed, signed claim form with thumb or fingerprint impressions.
- Certification by the village head, Panchayat members and the local market committee authorities.
- Death certificate, postmortem report or panchnama for accidental death cases, plus a cremation panchnama if needed.
- Medical certificate confirming the nature of the injury and two postcard-sized colour photographs of the injury.
- Investigation report confirmed by the Market Committee.
References
For the latest scheme details, guidelines and department updates, refer to the official Agriculture Department portal of Uttarakhand at Agriculture Department Uttarakhand. The Uttarakhand e-Services portal at Apuni Sarkar e-Services also lists state schemes and online services for citizens.
FAQ's
Who is eligible for this scheme?
Residents of Uttarakhand who work in agriculture or operate agricultural equipment in Mandi areas are eligible. The person claiming compensation must be at least 18 years old.
What types of accidents are covered under this scheme?
Accidents that happen during agricultural work, while using machinery, digging wells or ponds, or using tractors for transporting produce are covered under this scheme.
How soon should I report an accident?
The accident should be reported to the local market committee or district officer as soon as possible, and definitely within 45 days of the incident.
Who carries out the investigation after I submit my report?
A designated market committee employee carries out the investigation within 15 days of receiving the report.
How should I fill out the claim form?
The form must be filled completely and signed. If the person cannot sign, a thumb impression is used. If the thumbs are not available, other fingerprints can be used as per the guidelines.
Who is responsible for approving my claim?
The Secretary reviews the claim, and it is then sent to the Chairman or Administrator for final approval after a check by Revenue Department officials.
How will I receive the payment if my claim is approved?
Once approved, the Mandi Board prepares a payment draft in the name of the eligible person and sends it to the local Mandi Secretary for disbursement.