Launched on 25th April 2023 by the West Bengal Migrant Workers’ Welfare Board under the Labour Department, Government of West Bengal, this scheme provides financial assistance to the nominee of a registered migrant worker in the event of their natural or accidental death.
Benefits
- Normal Death:
₹50,000/- is provided in the case of a natural death. - Accidental Death:
₹2,00,000/- is provided in the case of an accidental death.
Eligibility
For Registration as a Migrant Worker
- Residency:
The applicant must be a resident of West Bengal. - Age Requirement:
The applicant’s age should be between 18 and 60 years. - Employment Status:
The applicant must ordinarily be employed or likely to be employed in any State/Union Territory other than West Bengal or outside India.
For Application of the Welfare Scheme
- Nominee Requirement:
The beneficiary must be the nominee selected by the registered migrant worker from his/her family. - Death Criterion:
The migrant worker must have lost their life due to natural or accidental causes.
Exclusions
- No claim is admissible if the beneficiary is already receiving any other similar financial assistance from the Government of West Bengal.
Application Process
For Registration (via KARMASATHI (PARIJAYEE SHRAMIK) APP)
- Download and Install the App:
- Download the “KARMASATHI (PARIJAYEE SHRAMIK)” APP from the Google Play Store.
- Select Language:
- Choose your preferred language (English/Bengali/Hindi) and tap ‘NEXT’.
- Choose ‘Migrant Worker’:
- Tap the ‘GO’ option under Migrant Worker.
- Enter Mobile Number/MWIN:
- For new registration, enter your mobile number to generate an OTP.
- Provide Worker Information:
- Complete basic, address, and employment details, then tap ‘CONFIRM SUBMIT’.
- Receive Provisional MWIN:
- A provisional MWIN is generated and sent via SMS.
- Complete Registration:
- Tap “incomplete application” in the menu, and provide additional information such as bank details, ration card, and nominee details. Upload mandatory documents and submit to complete registration.
For Application of Welfare Assistance
- Login:
- Open the “KARMASATHI (PARIJAYEE SHRAMIK)” APP and log in using OTP.
- Access Services:
- Tap the “Services” menu.
- Submit Claim:
- Provide claim details, upload the required documents, and submit the application.
Additional Features
- Search Migrant Worker Details:
- Workers can search for their details using their Migrant Worker Identification Number (MWIN), registered mobile number, or Aadhaar number.
- Renewal of Registration:
- Beneficiaries must renew their registration annually through the portal.
Documents Required
- Photo:
- Maximum size 50 KB, in jpg or jpeg format.
- Aadhaar Card:
- Upload both sides on a single page (max size 150 KB, pdf format).
- Bank Account Details:
- First page of bank account particulars (max size 150 KB, pdf format).
- Employment Certificate:
- Proof of employment.
- Additional Documents:
- Any other documents as required by the scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the definition of a Migrant Worker?
Migrant Workers are those who are ordinarily employed or likely to be employed outside West Bengal or outside India. - Which department manages this scheme?
The scheme is managed by the West Bengal Migrant Workers’ Welfare Board, under the Labour Department. - What is the objective of the scheme?
The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to the nominee of a registered migrant worker upon their death, helping their family cope with the loss. - When was the scheme launched?
It was launched on 25th April 2023. - Who are the targeted beneficiaries?
The scheme targets the nominees of registered migrant workers who have died either naturally or accidentally. - What kind of assistance can be availed?
Assistance is ₹50,000 for a natural death and ₹2,00,000 for an accidental death. - How can the benefits be availed?
Eligible beneficiaries can apply through the “KARMASATHI (PARIJAYEE SHRAMIK)” APP following the registration and application process. - Is there any income criteria to be eligible?
No specific income criteria are mentioned for this scheme. - What is the frequency of the assistance?
The benefit is provided once per death incident. - Is there any provision for the renewal of registration?
Yes, beneficiaries must renew their registration annually through the portal.