Fishermen Accident Relief Scheme

The "Fishermen Accident Relief Scheme" introduced by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department, Gujarat, aims to support the families of Gujarat's active fisherme...

Key details

Level: State-level
State: Gujarat
Category: Agriculture
Last date: Always open
Beneficiaries: farmer, citizen

Benefits

**Name of Component****Standard of Assistance****Minimum Time Limit (in Years) for Reclaiming Benefits**Death 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.

Eligibility (who can apply)

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

How to Apply

**Online**
**Step 1:** The legal heir of the deceased fisherman must collect and fill out the application form.
**Step 2:** The application along with the necessary documents should be submitted to the concerned district office.
**Step 3:** Upon verification, financial assistance will be provided to the eligible beneficiary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Fishermen Accident Relief Scheme / what is the eligibility?

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

What are the benefits of Fishermen Accident Relief Scheme?

How to apply online for Fishermen Accident Relief Scheme?

**Online** **Step 1:** The legal heir of the deceased fisherman must collect and fill out the application form. **Step 2:** The application along with the necessary documents should be submitted to the concerned district office. **Step 3:** Upon verification, financial assistance will be p...

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Last updated: 04 Jul 2026