news details |
|
|
Balbir advises street vendors to Register for E-Shram Card | | | Early Times Report JAMMU, Mar 11: Jammu and Kashmir BJP Spokesperson snd former Vice Chairperson, Balbir Ram Rattan, has urged street vendors to register themselves for the E-Shram Card, emphasizing its numerous benefits. Balbir Ram Rattan, while speaking to a group of rehri-fadi vendors in Jammu city, explained how this initiative, launched by the Government of India, aims to provide social security and financial benefits to unorganized sector workers. Balbir highlighted that street vendors, hawkers, daily wage labourers, construction workers, domestic workers, and other unorganized workers are eligible for this scheme. He encouraged all those who qualify to register to take full advantage of the government scheme's benefits. Balbir explained that the E-Shram Card serves as a unique identification number (UAN) card that helps in tracking and supporting unorganized workers. Elaborating on it, he told that registered workers get ?2 lakh insurance coverage under the Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) in case of accidental death or total disability. In case of partial disability, ?1 lakh is provided. Balbir Ram Rattan said that the individuals will be linked to various social security schemes, including pension plans, maternity benefits, and skill development programmes. Through this scheme, the database created will help the government design better policies and job opportunities for unorganized workers. He further mentioned that the 12-digit UAN number provided after registration can be used across India to avail of government benefits without requiring multiple registrations. He clarified that any worker in the unorganized sector between the ages of 16 to 59 years can apply for an E-Shram Card. However, they should not be an income tax payer. He informed that workers can register for free at Common Service Centers (CSCs), E-Shram's official website (eshram.gov.in), or through local government offices. They need to provide their Aadhaar number, bank details, and mobile number linked to Aadhaar. Balbir encouraged all eligible workers to take advantage of this initiative and secure their future with government-backed social security. "This is a golden opportunity for unorganized workers to get financial security and social benefits. Register today and ensure a better future for yourself and your family," he said. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
|
|
STOCK UPDATE |
|
|
|
BSE
Sensex |
 |
NSE
Nifty |
|
|
|
CRICKET UPDATE |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|