Launched on January 15, 2019, by the Haryana Labour Welfare Board (HLWB) under the Labour Department, Government of Haryana, this scheme is designed to ease the financial burden on workers during significant life events. It specifically targets the marriage of workers’ sons as well as the self-marriage of unmarried male workers by providing a fixed sum as Shagun. This initiative is intended to offer crucial financial support at a time when workers face increased monetary pressure due to marriage expenses.
Benefits
- Fixed Financial Support: Eligible applicants receive ₹21,000 as Shagun to help offset marriage-related expenses.
- Reduced Financial Pressure: The scheme aims to alleviate the significant economic burden on workers during their own marriage or that of their sons.
- Exclusive to Eligible Workers: The benefit is tailored for workers with at least three years of regular membership with the board and is available only to male workers or their sons.
Eligibility
To qualify for the scheme, the applicant must:
- Be employed in an industrial or commercial establishment in Haryana and registered with the Haryana Labour Welfare Board.
- Have a monthly salary not exceeding ₹25,000.
- Possess a minimum of three years of regular membership with the board at the time of marriage.
- Submit an undertaking that they have not previously availed of this Shagun benefit.
- Apply within six months after the marriage date.
- The scheme applies to the marriage of up to two sons and the self-marriage of male workers.
Application Process (Online)
Registration under the Haryana Labour Welfare Board
- Visit the Official Website: Navigate to the official website of the Labour Department, Haryana.
- Access Registration: On the homepage, click the “Welfare Board Beneficiary Login” link. If you don’t have login details, select “Click Here” to register.
- Acknowledge Instructions: Read all instructions, tick the acknowledgment checkbox, then click “Submit”.
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) Verification:
- Without Family ID: If you do not have or have forgotten your PPP ID, select the appropriate option to be redirected to the PPP Portal.
- With Family ID: Select “I have family ID”, enter your PPP number, click “Fetch Family Details”, select the relevant family member, and complete OTP verification by clicking “Click to Verify”.
- Verify Basic Details: A new page will display your pre-filled details; verify these details carefully.
- Complete Registration: Fill in the remaining mandatory fields (marked in red), upload your photo, and click “Submit”.
- Confirmation: A successful registration page will appear, and an SMS/email confirmation will be sent.
Applying for Scheme Benefits
- Login: After registration, log in via the “Welfare Board Beneficiary Login” using your username, password, and captcha.
- Access Schemes: In your account, click on “Schemes” to view the list of available schemes.
- Select the Scheme: Choose “Financial Assistance as Shagun in Marriage of Man Workers or Son of Workers” and review its details.
- Fill Application Form: Complete the online application form by providing all required details and uploading the necessary documents.
- Submit Application: Click “Submit” to finalize your application.
- Track Application: You can track your application status online, and updates will be sent to your registered mobile number.
Alternative Application via Antyodaya-SARAL Portal
- Visit the Portal: Go to Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
- New User Registration: If not already registered, click “New User” under ‘Sign In Here’ and complete the registration with your full name, email ID, mobile number, password, and state.
- Verify and Login: Verify your mobile number and email via OTP, then log in using your registered credentials.
- Apply for Services: Click on “Apply for Services” followed by “View all Available Services”.
- Search and Select: Locate the scheme in the list, then follow the prompts to fill out the application form as described above.
Documents Required
For Registration under HLWB
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport-size Photograph
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID)
- Bank Account Details
- Proof of Residence (e.g., Ration Card)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Proof of Age
- Disability Certificate (if applicable)
- Other Documents: As required by the board
For Scheme Benefits
- Employee Certificate/ID Proof issued by the organization
- Employer Certificate
- Employee Salary Slip (previous month)
- Marriage Registration Certificate or establishment undertaking (pre-marriage)
- Undertaking/Self-Declaration: Confirming no previous Shagun benefit has been availed
- Ration Card
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID)
- Bank Account Details
- Other Documents: As required
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: When was this scheme launched?
A1: The scheme was launched on January 15, 2019.
Q2: How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A2: The scheme provides ₹21,000 as Shagun.
Q3: Who is eligible for the scheme?
A3: It is available to workers employed in industrial or commercial establishments in Haryana, who are registered with the HLWB, and have a monthly salary not exceeding ₹25,000.
Q4: What is the minimum membership duration required for eligibility?
A4: Applicants must have a minimum of three years of regular membership with the board at the time of marriage.
Q5: Can this scheme be availed for the marriage of daughters?
A5: No, this scheme is exclusively for the self-marriage of male workers or the marriage of their sons.
Q6: How many times can a worker avail of this scheme?
A6: The benefit is provided for the marriage of up to two sons and for the self-marriage of the worker.
Q7: Is there a time limit for applying for the benefit after the marriage date?
A7: Yes, the applicant must apply within six months after the marriage date.
Q8: Can the benefit be applied for before the marriage date?
A8: Yes, if the worker wishes to avail the benefit up to three days before the marriage, the organization must certify the marriage date and retain necessary documentation, with the marriage registration certificate to be presented within six months after the marriage.
Q9: How does a worker register with the Haryana Labour Welfare Board?
A9: Registration is done online via the HLWB Beneficiary Portal or the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal, following the detailed steps outlined above.
Q10: How can one apply for the scheme benefits?
A10: After registration, applicants can log in and apply for the scheme by filling in the online application form and uploading the necessary documents.