Fishermen Accident Relief Scheme

About This Scheme

The "Fishermen Accident Relief Scheme" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to provide financial assistance to the families of deceased fishermen in Gujarat in case of death in Pakistan Jail, lost in the sea, or accidental death while fishing at sea. The financial assistance varies based on the cause of death and is meant to help the legal heirs cope with the loss.

Eligibility

- The applicant must be a legal heir of the deceased fisherman. - The deceased must have been an active fisherman from Gujarat.

Benefits

Name of ComponentStandard of AssistanceMinimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming BenefitsDeath in Pakistan Jail ₹4,00,000/-Only once, after dead or lost declared as per rules.Lost in Sea₹2,00,000/-Only once, after dead or lost declared as per rules.Accidental death while fishing at sea₹2,00,000/-Only once, after dead or lost declared as per rules.

How to Apply

Where This Comes From

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