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5. Particular care must be taken while answering petitions dealing with following cases
where eligibility may be in doubt :-
(a) EOP. Here the two points which should be specifically checked are :
(i) Is the category of the individual covered under WCA 1923 If so, he is
not entitled for EOP.
(ii) It the diseases are listed under Schedule I, IA Appendix 12 to CSR Vol-II
(b) Invalid Pension. In the invalid pension cases, the following points need to be
checked :-
(i) Has individual been confirmed
(ii) Has he completed 10 years service
(iii) Has the incapacity from service been certified by the medical board
(iv) The incapacity has not been directly caused due to the irregular or
intemperate habits of a Govt servant.
(c) Workmen‟s Compensation. While granting Workmen‟s Compensation, three
basic factors determining eligibility must be carefully checked :-
(i) Is the category of the GREF person to be treated as Workmen under
WCA 1923 The doubts will arise with regard to the categories not directly
working on road.
(ii) Did the person sustain injury as a consequence of and in the course of his
employment
(iii) Is the disease listed under Schedule III of WCA 1923
6. Even if doubts arise the replies of the representation to individuals should be prompt and
specific, so that the personnel feel that their representations are receiving proper attention.
7. It has also been decided that, in future copies of all reply memorandums to Ex GREF
personnel on their representations sent by units should be endorsed to respective Task Force
Commanders or equivalent. This will serve a dual purpose :-
(a) Keep the respective Task Force Commanders acquainted with the specific
problems of Ex GREF personnel of their Task Force and enable them to take special
steps to expedite progress in cases where appears to be unduly delayed.
(b) Enable the Task Force Commanders to decide action to rectify any irregularities
which may have been committed by the unit and conveyed in their replies.
Authority : HQ DGBR letter No 11464-B/DGBR/EIC dated 25 Apr 81
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