How to Apply for Death Benefit Scheme in Andaman & Nicobar Islands – ₹1 Lakh for Natural DeathScheme StatusScheme Status

The Death Benefit scheme is implemented by the Andaman & Nicobar Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (ANBOCWWB), under the Department of Labour, Employment & Training, Andaman & Nicobar Administration. This scheme provides financial assistance to the legal nominees or dependents of workers engaged in building or other construction work in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands, in the unfortunate event of their natural or accidental death.

Benefits

  • Natural Death:
    • An amount of ₹1,00,000 is sanctioned to the nominees or dependents of a deceased, registered worker in case of natural death.
  • Accidental Death (Registered Workers):
    • In the event of an accidental death during the course of employment, ₹2,00,000 is provided to the nominees or dependents of the registered worker.
  • Accidental Death (Non-registered Workers):
    • For accidental death of non-registered construction workers, a benefit of ₹50,000 is provided, subject to the production of a certificate from the Tehsildar confirming that the deceased was a construction worker.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Relationship:
    • The applicant must be a legal nominee or dependent of the deceased worker.
  • Residency:
    • The deceased worker should have been a resident of the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
  • Employment:
    • The deceased worker must have been engaged in building or other construction work.
  • Registration & Membership:
    • For natural or accidental death benefits, the deceased worker must have been registered under ANBOCWWB and maintained active membership.
  • Non-registered Workers:
    • In the case of accidental death, financial assistance is provided to nominees or dependents of non-registered construction workers as well, provided a valid certificate from the Tehsildar is produced.

Application Process

Portal Registration Process:

  1. Visit the Portal:
  2. Register:
    • Click ‘Register’ and fill in all mandatory details.
  3. Submit & Validate:
    • Click ‘Submit’ and validate your Email ID and Mobile Number using the OTP received.
  4. Registration Completion:
    • After successful validation, you will be registered.

Application Process for Death Financial Assistance:

  1. Login:
    • Login with your registered email ID, password, and captcha.
  2. Apply for Services:
    • Click on ‘Apply for Services’ and then ‘View all Available Services’.
  3. Select Scheme:
    • Search for ‘Death Financial Assistance’ and click on the scheme.
  4. Complete Application Form:
    • Fill in all mandatory details and upload the required documents.
  5. Submit:
    • Preview the application form and click ‘Submit’.

Application Tracking:

  1. Login to Portal:
    • Use your User ID and Password.
  2. Track Application:
    • Click ‘View Application Status’ then ‘Track Application Status’.
  3. Enter Reference:
    • Enter your Application Reference Number and click ‘Get Data’ to check the status.

Documents Required

  • Copy of the Death Certificate
  • Copy of the Nomination/Legal Heir Certificate
  • Registration ID Card or other Identity Proof of the deceased worker
  • For accidental death of non-registered workers:
    • A Certificate from the Tehsildar stating that the deceased was a construction worker
  • Identity Proof of the nominee or dependent (e.g., Aadhaar Card)
  • Latest Subscription Receipt
  • Caste Certificate (if applicable)
  • Address Proof
  • Bank Details of the nominee
  • Any additional document as required by the Board

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • What are the benefits offered under this scheme?

    • The scheme offers ₹1,00,000 for natural death of registered workers, ₹2,00,000 for accidental death of registered workers, and ₹50,000 for accidental death of non-registered workers (subject to Tehsildar certification).
  • Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?

    • Legal nominees or dependents of deceased workers engaged in building or other construction work in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands are eligible.
  • What is the coverage area for this scheme?

    • The scheme is applicable to residents of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
  • Are there any specific conditions regarding the type of work the deceased was engaged in?

    • Yes, the deceased must have been engaged in building or other construction work.
  • Is financial assistance provided only in the event of natural death?

    • No, assistance is provided for both natural and accidental deaths, with different benefit amounts.
  • Is registration with the ANBOCWWB mandatory to avail of this scheme?

    • For natural death benefits and accidental death benefits for registered workers, yes. For accidental death of non-registered workers, a Tehsildar’s certificate is required.
  • What happens if the deceased worker was not registered with ANBOCWWB?

    • In cases of accidental death of non-registered construction workers, a benefit of ₹50,000 is provided, subject to the required Tehsildar certificate.
  • How does one apply for the Death Benefit scheme?

    • Applications can be submitted online via the official portal or offline at designated offices, following the steps provided above.

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