The “Scheme for Financial Assistance in Case of Death” is an initiative by the Tripura Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Tripura. The scheme provides financial assistance to the nominee, spouse, or dependent of a deceased registered construction worker. Applications must be submitted electronically through Common Service Centers (CSCs).
Benefits
- Natural Death:
- A one-time grant of ₹2,00,000.
- Accidental Death (during employment):
- A one-time grant of ₹4,00,000.
Eligibility
- Applicant:
- Must be a nominee, spouse, or dependent of the deceased registered worker.
- Dues Clearance:
- The deceased construction worker should have no dues payable to the Board.
- Time Limit:
- The application must be submitted within 1 year of the death.
- Exclusion:
- If the deceased beneficiary was covered under a Group Life Insurance scheme taken by the Board, the death benefit under this scheme will not apply.
Application Process
Online Application via CSCs
- Document Collection:
- Gather all necessary documents required for the application.
- Visit the Nearest CSC:
- Complete the Biometric Verification Process at your nearest Common Service Center.
- Form Submission:
- Ensure that the CSC agent completes all mandatory fields in the application form and uploads the required documents.
- Receipt:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the CSC. The receipt should include the date, time of submission, and a unique identification number, if applicable.
Note:
The application must be submitted within 1 year from the date of death.
Documents Required
- Original BOCW Registration Card.
- Nominee’s Bank Account Details.
- Death Certificate:
- Issued by an appropriate authority or a death report from a recognized registered Medical Officer.
- Ration Card.
- Declaration/No Objection Letter:
- Submitted by all nominees/survivors of the deceased registered construction worker in favor of the applicant.
- Photo ID Proof:
- Of the nominee.
- First Information Report (FIR):
- From the nearest police station in case of death due to an accident.
- Any other documents as required by the scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is eligible for financial assistance under this scheme?
The scheme is available to the nominee, spouse, or dependent of a deceased registered construction worker, provided the worker had no outstanding dues and was not covered by a Group Life Insurance scheme. -
What is the amount of financial assistance provided?
A one-time grant of ₹2,00,000 for natural death and ₹4,00,000 for accidental death during employment is provided. -
What is the time limit for submitting an application?
Applications must be submitted within 1 year of the death. -
Who processes and approves the application?
Applications are processed by the Tripura Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board through the designated CSCs and subsequent verification by the Board. -
Is financial assistance available if the deceased was covered under a Group Life Insurance scheme?
No, if the deceased was covered under a Group Life Insurance scheme taken by the Board, this death benefit does not apply. -
What should be done in case of death due to an accident during employment?
In such cases, the benefit is increased to ₹4,00,000, and an FIR from the nearest police station is required along with other mandatory documents. -
Where can I obtain the death certificate?
The death certificate can be obtained from the local municipal authority or relevant government office, or via a recognized registered Medical Officer. -
Can the application be submitted offline?
No, applications must be submitted electronically through Common Service Centers. -
Can multiple nominees apply for the financial assistance?
Only one nominee, spouse, or dependent is eligible to receive the benefit per deceased registered worker. -
How do I apply for financial assistance?
Gather the required documents, visit your nearest CSC to complete the online application process, and ensure that your application is submitted within 1 year of the death.