Nagpur Division Delivers ₹1 Crore to Family of Deceased Railway Employee
The family of a late Central Railway worker receives significant financial aid, marking a milestone in the Nagpur Division.
Family of Naresh Surkar receives ₹1 crore under Railway Salary Package.
This is the first such financial settlement in Nagpur Division.
Railway officials facilitated the claim process for the family.
In a landmark event for the Nagpur Division of Central Railway, the family of a deceased employee has been awarded ₹1 crore in financial assistance under the Railway Salary Package (RSP). This unprecedented settlement was presented on Thursday to Archana Surkar, the widow of Naresh Surkar, a track maintainer who served in Kalmeshwar.
The Railway Salary Package is designed to offer various welfare benefits, including insurance, linked to the salary accounts of railway employees. In instances of accidental death while on duty, this package ensures that the family of the deceased receives financial support. The ₹1 crore awarded to Surkar's family is anticipated to provide them with much-needed financial stability during this challenging time.
The cheque was formally handed over by Vinayak Garg, the divisional railway manager, alongside Shashi Ranjan, the Deputy General Manager of SBI. Their presence underscores the collaborative efforts of various railway officials in facilitating this significant settlement. The personnel department, in particular, played a crucial role in guiding the Surkar family through the claims process, ensuring they received the support they were entitled to.
In attendance at the ceremony were several key figures, including RR Iyer, the senior divisional personnel officer, Manish Samdarshi, SBI's regional manager, Hitesh Kapse, the branch manager, and Virendra Sardare, the chief staff and welfare inspector. Their collective efforts highlight the importance of employee welfare within the railway system and the commitment to supporting families in times of need.
Looking ahead, this settlement sets a precedent for future claims under the Railway Salary Package, potentially encouraging more families to seek assistance in similar circumstances. The railway authorities are expected to continue enhancing their welfare programs to ensure that employees and their families are adequately supported, reflecting a growing recognition of the importance of financial security for railway workers and their dependents.
