The Shram Yogi Prasad Scheme is a welfare initiative by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, under the Labour Department of the U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. This scheme is designed to provide registered building and construction workers with mid-day meals and breakfast at a highly subsidized rate of ₹5/- per worker per day. The objective is to ensure that workers receive nutritious meals during working hours, thereby supporting their health and well-being.
Benefits
- Meal Provision:
- Breakfast and Mid-Day Meal: Workers receive meals at a concessional rate of ₹5/- per day.
- Timings:
- Breakfast: 07:00 A.M to 08:00 A.M (provided at designated locations such as near HDFC Bank, Silvassa and Kilvani Naka, etc.).
- Mid-Day Meal: 12:00 P.M to 02:00 P.M.
Eligibility Criteria
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Must be a resident of the U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
- Must be engaged in building or construction work.
- Age must be between 18 and 60 years.
- Must have worked in any building or other construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
For Availing the Welfare Scheme Benefits:
- Must be a registered member under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of the U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
Application Process
Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Obtain the Prescribed Form:
- Fill in the prescribed registration form.
- Attach the required documents.
- Pay a fee of not more than ₹50/-.
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the completed form along with the documents to the officer authorized by the Board.
Application for the Welfare Scheme Benefits:
- Fill the Welfare Application:
- Registered workers should complete the prescribed Form-XII (refer to guidelines/Page No. 17) along with all mandatory documents (self-attested, if required).
- Submission:
- Submit the form to the Member Secretary (BOCWWB) for processing.
Helpdesk Contact Information:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 0260 – 2642374
- Address:
Old Circuit House Building,
Opposite Bal Bhawan, Silvassa,
Dadra and Nagar Haveli
Pin: 396230
Documents Required
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Photographs of the worker.
- Attested copy of proof of age.
- Attested copy of address proof.
- Details of the establishment where the applicant is working.
- Proof of payment of the registration fee.
- Any other documents as specified.
For the Welfare Scheme Application:
- Applicant ID proof.
- Any other document as required by the scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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What is the age requirement for registration as a beneficiary?
Applicants must be between 18 and 60 years of age. -
Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?
Yes, applicants must have worked in building or construction for at least 90 days in a given year. -
Who can apply for the welfare scheme?
Only registered building and construction workers under the BOCWWB are eligible. -
Who is responsible for registering a worker as a beneficiary?
The registration must be done via the authorized officer designated by the Board. -
What is the registration fee?
The fee is capped at ₹50/-. -
What form is used to apply for this welfare scheme?
Applications for benefits must be submitted using Form-XII. -
Where do I submit the application for the welfare scheme?
Submit the completed application along with documents to the Member Secretary (BOCWWB). -
What criteria must an applicant meet to be considered for this benefit?
The applicant must be a registered worker, a resident of the U.T., and must meet the age and service requirements. -
What kind of assistance is provided under this scheme?
The scheme provides mid-day meals and breakfast at a subsidized rate of ₹5/- per day. -
Where will the breakfast be supplied?
Breakfast is supplied at designated locations (e.g., near HDFC Bank, Silvassa, Kilvani Naka, etc.) between 07:00 A.M to 08:00 A.M. -
How much do workers pay for meals under this scheme?
Workers pay ₹5/- per day for their meals. -
What is the initial process to avail the benefits of this scheme?
Workers must first register as a beneficiary and then apply for the welfare scheme using the prescribed forms. -
Does the scheme provide utensils to the workers?
The scheme focuses on providing meal services; details regarding utensils are not specified in the guidelines.