The “Sewing Machine Scheme” is implemented by the Haryana Labour Welfare Board (HLWB) under the Labour Department, Government of Haryana. This scheme provides financial assistance of ₹4,500/- to women workers employed in industrial and commercial establishments in Haryana, enabling them to purchase sewing machines for domestic use. The benefit is available once every five years during the worker’s service period.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
- ₹4,500/- to purchase a sewing machine for domestic use.
- Frequency:
- Eligible women workers can receive this benefit once every five years throughout their service period.
Eligibility Criteria
- Employment:
- The applicant must be a woman worker employed in an industrial or commercial establishment in Haryana.
- Registration:
- The applicant must be registered with the Haryana Labour Welfare Board.
- Income Limit:
- The applicant’s monthly income should not exceed ₹18,000/-.
- Service Period:
- The woman worker should have a fixed service period of 2 years.
- Benefit Frequency:
- The benefit is available once every five years during the entire service period.
Application Process (Online)
Registration Under HLWB:
- Visit the Official Website:
- Access Beneficiary Login:
- Click on “Welfare Board Beneficiary Login.”
- If you do not have login details, click on “Click Here” to register.
- Acknowledge Instructions:
- Read the instructions, tick the acknowledgment, then click on “Submit.”
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP) Verification:
- If you have a Family ID:
- Select “I have family ID”, enter the PPP number, click “Fetch Family Details,” select the family member, verify with OTP, and click “Click to Verify.”
- Without a Family ID:
- Register using your Aadhaar Number.
- If you have a Family ID:
- Complete Registration:
- Verify pre-filled details, fill in mandatory fields (upload your photo), then submit.
- Registration Confirmation:
- A confirmation page appears with an SMS/email notification.
Applying for Scheme Benefits:
- Login:
- Log in via the HLWB portal using your Username, Password, and Captcha.
- Access Schemes:
- Click on “Schemes” to view available schemes.
- Select the “Sewing Machine Scheme – HLWB” and read its details.
- Fill and Submit Application:
- Complete the online application form and upload all required documents.
- Track Application:
- Track your application status online; updates are sent to your registered mobile number.
Alternate Process via Antyodaya-SARAL Portal:
- Visit the Portal:
- Go to Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
- New User Registration:
- Click on “New User” under ‘Sign In Here’ and provide your Full Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Password, and State. Then, click “Submit.”
- Verification:
- Verify your mobile number and email ID using OTP.
- Login and Apply:
- Log in using your credentials, click on “Apply for Services” then “View all Available Services.”
- Search for “Sewing Machine Scheme – HLWB” and select it.
- Family Data Verification:
- Enter your Parivar Pehchan Patra number (Family ID) and click “Click here to Fetch Family Data.”
- Select the beneficiary/applicant name and verify with OTP.
- Complete and Submit Form:
- Fill in all mandatory details, upload required documents, preview the application, and click “Submit.”
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)
- Any other documents as required
For Scheme Benefits Application:
- ID Proof: Issued by the organization
- Employer Certificate
- Employee Salary Slip (Previous Month)
- Affidavit/Undertaking
- Bank Account Details
- Any other documents as required
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What are the benefits of the scheme?
Eligible women workers receive ₹4,500/- to purchase a sewing machine for domestic use, available once every five years. -
Who is eligible for the scheme?
The scheme is for woman workers employed in industrial or commercial establishments in Haryana who are registered with HLWB and whose monthly income does not exceed ₹18,000/-. -
Is there a service period requirement for eligibility?
Yes, the applicant should have a fixed service period of 2 years. -
How often can a woman worker receive benefits under the scheme?
Benefits can be received once every five years during the service period. -
How can a worker register under the Haryana Labour Welfare Board?
Registration is done online via the HLWB portal or through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal. -
Can applicants apply for scheme benefits through the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal?
Yes, both the HLWB portal and the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal can be used to apply. -
Can a woman worker employed outside of Haryana apply for the scheme?
No, the scheme is applicable only to workers in industrial and commercial establishments within Haryana. -
How can applicants track their application status?
Applicants can track their application status online through the HLWB portal; updates are sent to the registered mobile number.