Question: Tell me about the Asangathita Shramik Sahayika Prakalpa scheme.

Answer: **Eligibility:** of the applicant for enrolment under the scheme.The same person who certifies the eligibility of the applicant will attest the
photograph attached to the application on the front.Frequently Asked QuestionsWho is eligible to enroll in the scheme?All wage
employed and self-employed workers between the age of 21 and 60 years in the unorganized sectors in the state of Tripura and having an
average family income of not more than Rs. 10,000/- per month are eligible to enroll.What is the family income limit for eligibility under
the scheme?The family income limit for eligibility under the scheme is Rs. 10,000/- per month.Who is considered as a part of the family
under the scheme?The family, for the purpose of the scheme, will include the beneficiary, the spouse, the wholly dependent daughters,
wholly dependent minor sons, and wholly dependent parents.How is the average family income calculated for enrollment?The period for
the calculation of average family income will be 12 months prior to the month in which the application is made.How can a worker enroll
in the scheme?All eligible wage employed and self-employed workers willing to join this scheme will apply to the concerned BDO of
the Block/ Executive Officer of Nagar Panchayet/Chief Executive Officer of Municipal Council / Commissioner of Agartala Municipal
Corporation (as the case may be), for enrollment in Form-I (Annexed to this Scheme), along with three recent passport size photographs
duly attested.What is the contribution amount for the scheme?Each subscriber (worker) will contribute a sum of Rs. 50/- per month. The
State Government shall also contribute an equal matching amount.When will the contribution amount be refunded to the worker?The
total contribution amount along with interest, as may be declared from time to time, will be refunded to the workers on attainment of the
age of 60 years or in the event of the account becoming inoperative due to death or permanent total disability due to accident or loss of
two eyes or two limbs or loss of one eye or one limb in accident or prolonged default in making contribution.Can a worker withdraw from
the scheme before attaining the age of 60 years?Yes, a worker can withdraw from the scheme before attaining the age of 60 years. The
contribution made by the subscribers will be returned to him/her after the expiry of lock-in period of three years in case of prolonged
default in making a contribution.How can a worker make withdrawals or apply for loans from the fund?The State Government may
prescribe provisions for Loans and Withdrawals from the fund as and when deemed necessary.What is the process for issuing an Identity
card-cum-passbook?At the time of enrollment, a worker under the scheme will be issued an Identity card-cum-passbook in Form-II
under the signature of the authorized officer on deposit of Rupees five only.Who is authorized to issue the Identity card-cum-passbook?
The Panchayat/Village Secretaries posted in the Block and staff of the Nagar Panchayet/ Municipal Council/Agartala Municipal
Corporation entrusted to deal with the scheme are authorized to issue the identity card-cum-passbook.What is the cost of the application
form?The cost of the application form is Rupee one.Sources And ReferencesScheme DocumentScheme GuidelinesIndian Labour Year
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have already initiated your application earlier.To know more please visit CancelApply NowTripuraAsangathita Shramik
Sahayika PrakalpaSelf EmploymentSocial SecurityUnorganised WorkersUnorganized SectorsWeaker
SectionDetailsBenefitsEligibilityExclusionsApplication ProcessDocuments RequiredFrequently Asked Questionshe Government of
Tripura has introduced a scheme called Asanghatita Sramik Sahayika Prakalpa (ASSP) to provide support to unorganized workers in the
state. This scheme has been in operation since 2003 and has enrolled 1,09,534 workers from 19 unorganized sectors and 17 self-
employment occupations until September 2019. The scheme is aimed at helping wage-employed and self-employed workers between the
ages of 21 and 60 years who work in unorganized sectors and have an average family income of not more than Rs. 10,000 per
month.ï»¿Under the ASSP scheme, each subscriber (worker) is required to contribute a sum of Rs. 50/- per month, and the State
Government also contributes an equal matching amount of Rs. 50/- per month. The State Government/Bank pays interest on the balance
at credit of a subscriber annually at the rate declared by the Government.ï»¿The total contribution, along with interest as declared from
time to time, will be refunded to the workers on attaining the age of 60 years, or in the event of the account becoming inoperative due to
death or permanent total disability due to accident or loss of two eyes or two limbs or loss of one eye or one limb in an accident or
prolonged default in making contributions. ï»¿In summary, the ASSP scheme provides a financial safety net for unorganized workers in
Tripura. Eligible workers can enroll by paying a monthly contribution of Rs. 50, which is matched by the State Government. The
contributions earn interest, and the total amount, including interest, is refunded to the workers when they reach the age of 60 years, or in
the event of the account becoming inoperative due to certain circumstances. OkWas this helpful?ShareNews and UpdatesNo new news
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