The Assistance for Funeral Expenses scheme is a compassionate welfare initiative implemented by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Odisha. This scheme is designed to provide financial support to the nominees of registered construction workers in the unfortunate event of the worker’s death. By easing the burden of funeral expenses, the scheme aims to support the families of deceased workers during a difficult time.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance: A one-time grant of ₹5,000 is provided to cover funeral expenses.
- Support for Nominees: The scheme ensures that the family or nominee of the deceased worker receives essential financial support to manage funeral costs.
- Ease of Process: With a structured application process, beneficiaries can access support swiftly when needed.
Eligibility
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker
- The applicant must be a resident of Odisha.
- The applicant should be employed as a building/construction worker.
- The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age.
- The applicant should have engaged in building or construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
- The applicant should not be a member of any other welfare fund established under any law.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme
- The applicant must be a nominee of a deceased registered member under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Odisha.
- The deceased member must have lost their life due to death (any natural or accidental cause).
Application Process
Registration Process as a Building/Construction Worker (Online)
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the Odisha BOCWW Board’s website.
- One Time Registration: Click on “One Time Registration” located at the top right side of the page.
- Declaration: Tick the declaration box and click “Proceed”.
- Fill Details: Enter all required details carefully, then click “Proceed”.
- OTP Verification: Enter the OTP received and click “Submit”.
- Account Creation: Your account is created, and a Username is displayed for future reference.
Application Process for the Welfare Scheme (Online)
- Login: Visit the Applicant Login page of the Odisha BOCWW Board. Enter your Username, OTP, and captcha, then click “Sign In”.
- Complete Details: Fill in your General Details, Address Details, Family & Nominee Details, details of the establishment(s) where you worked during the last year, Bank Details, etc., and click “Submit”.
- Select Benefit: In the Menu bar, click on “Benefit” and select the Assistance for Funeral Expenses benefit.
- Submit Application: Carefully fill in all mandatory details and click “Submit” to complete the application.
- Tracking: Registered workers can check the status of their application using their Application Tracking Number provided by the Board.
Additional Processes
- Annual Contribution: Registered workers can pay their Annual Contribution via the provided link using their Registration Number.
Documents Required
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker
- Aadhaar Linked Bank Passbook Front Page Copy (Allowed file types: PNG, JPG, PDF; less than 500 KB)
- Passport Size Photo (PNG, JPG; less than 500 KB)
- Aadhaar Card (PNG, JPG, PDF; less than 500 KB)
- Signature of Applicant (PNG, JPG; less than 500 KB)
- Employment Certificate (PNG, JPG, PDF; less than 500 KB)
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme
- Registration ID Card of the deceased member.
- Proof of Deposit of annual contribution.
- Death Certificate of the deceased member (issued by a Government Medical Officer not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon).
- Dependent/Heirship Certificate of the applicant.
- Any additional documents as required by the scheme.
Note: If there are multiple nominees, an affidavit by the other nominees consenting to the benefit being paid to the applicant must be submitted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the age requirement for registration as a beneficiary under the BOCWW Board of Odisha?
A1: Applicants must be between 18 and 60 years of age.
Q2: Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?
A2: Yes, the applicant should have engaged in building or construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
Q3: Who can apply for the welfare scheme?
A3: The scheme is available to the nominee of a deceased registered construction worker.
Q4: Who is responsible for registering a worker as a beneficiary?
A4: Registration is handled by the Odisha BOCWW Board through its online registration process.
Q5: What kind of assistance is provided under this scheme?
A5: A fixed amount of ₹5,000 is provided to cover funeral expenses.
Q6: What form needs to be used to apply for this welfare scheme?
A6: The online application process on the Odisha BOCWW Board’s website is used to apply for this benefit.
Q7: Where do I submit the application for this welfare scheme?
A7: Applications are submitted online via the Odisha BOCWW Board’s website after registration and login.