The “Accidental Death Assistance for the Construction Workers” scheme is a welfare initiative by the Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, under the Labour Department, Delhi. This scheme provides financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/- to the nominees or dependents of registered construction workers, in the event that the worker dies due to an accident during the course of employment.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
An ex-gratia payment of ₹2,00,000/- is provided to the nominee or dependents when a registered worker dies due to an accident during employment.
Eligibility
For Registration
- Residency:
The applicant must be a resident of Delhi. - Employment:
Must be a registered Building/Construction Worker. - Age Requirement:
The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years. - Service Requirement:
The worker must have completed at least 90 days of service in a given year as recorded by the Board.
For Application
- The nominee or dependant must have lost a registered worker due to an accidental death during the course of employment.
- For dependents of unregistered workers, eligibility can be established by submitting a certificate from the builder or an inspector confirming the worker’s employment as a building worker.
Application Process
Online Process
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Registration:
- Visit the DBoCWWB website and click “Register Now”.
- Enter mandatory details such as Aadhaar Card Number, Name (as on Aadhaar), Mobile Number, Date of Birth, Gender, etc. Create and confirm a password, then click “Register”.
- On the registration page, fill in additional personal details (Father’s Name, Mother’s Name, Photograph, Applicant’s Video, etc.) and upload the required documents in the specified format. Click “Save & Next”.
- Provide details regarding your work (Previous/Current Employer Details, Proof of 90 Days Employment, etc.) and upload the corresponding documents. Click “Save & Next”.
- Add your family members to avail benefits of various schemes.
- Enter your bank account details.
- Upload required documents such as Aadhaar Card, Address Proof, Birth Proof, Employment Proof, and Bank Account details.
- Verify the “Affidavit of the Applicant” by checking the box.
- Proceed with an online registration fee of ₹25/- via Debit Card/Internet Banking/UPI.
- Enter the OTP received on your registered mobile number, note down your Application Number, and download the acknowledgement receipt.
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Application for Scheme:
- Log in using your Aadhaar Number, Registration Card, or OTP.
- Click “Apply for Scheme” and select the “Death Assistance” scheme.
- Complete the online application as directed.
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Tracking:
- Regularly visit the homepage and click “Track Your Application” to monitor your application status.
Helpline Numbers:
- 24×1: 011-41236600
- DBoCWWB Department (Office Hours: 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM): 011-23813846
Documents Required
- Original Death Certificate (issued by any Municipal/Government Authority).
- Photocopy of the Nominee’s Aadhaar Card.
- Photocopy of the first page of the Nominee’s Bank Passbook or a copy of a cancelled cheque.
- Copy of the First Information Report (FIR) or Medico-Legal Cases (MLC) Report.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Which Department administers this scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department, Delhi. -
Where can I find the registration URL for this scheme?
Registration and application details are available on the official DBoCWWB website. -
How can a worker update their registered mobile number?
Updates can be made through the online portal by logging into your profile; refer to the user manual for detailed steps. -
What is a Construction Certificate/Labour Card?
This is a document issued under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act that verifies a worker’s employment and eligibility. -
Can a worker from another state register in Delhi?
Generally, only residents of Delhi are eligible. -
Can family members of registered workers also register?
Each construction worker must register individually according to the Board’s guidelines. -
Is there a specific age requirement for registration?
Yes, workers must be between 18 and 60 years at the time of registration. -
What is the minimum service duration required?
Workers must have completed at least 90 days of service in a given year. -
What is the registration/renewal fee?
The registration fee is ₹25/-. -
How can one track their application status?
Application status can be tracked online via the DBoCWWB website under “Track Your Application”. -
What happens if a worker does not renew their card?
Failure to renew may lead to loss of eligibility for benefits. Please refer to the guidelines for detailed consequences.