Fishermen Accident Relief Scheme
✓ Information verified — April 2026The Fishermen Accident Relief Scheme is a support program run by the Agriculture, Farmers Welfare and Cooperation Department of Gujarat. It provides financial assistance to the families of active fishermen in Gujarat who die due to accidents. This scheme aims to protect fishermen and their dependents by offering monetary compensation during tragic circumstances.
What You Get
- Monetary compensation to families of fishermen who die in accidents
- Financial support to help families cope with loss of primary income earner
- Relief assistance for accidental death cases
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–60 years
- Residence: Gujarat residents only
- Must be an active fisherman registered in Gujarat
- Death must occur due to accident
- Family members of the deceased fisherman are eligible for compensation
- Should be a resident of Gujarat
Documents Needed
0/6 collected
- 1. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Death Certificate
- 3. Fisherman Registration Certificate
- 4. Bank Passbook
- 5. FIR or Accident Report
- 6. Family Proof Documents
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- Gujarat
- Category
- Agriculture
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 25 Apr 2026
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