The “Balri Birth Gift Scheme” is a welfare initiative by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Department of Labour, Punjab. This scheme is designed to promote the welfare of registered construction workers by providing financial assistance in the form of a Fixed Deposit Receipt (FDR) upon the birth of a female child. The assistance is granted for up to two girls per family, and the FDR can be encashed only at the time of the daughter’s marriage.
Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
An FDR worth ₹51,000 is provided for each eligible female child (up to two per family). - Encashment Condition:
The FDR is to be encashed only at the time of the daughter’s marriage.
Eligibility
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Must be a resident of Punjab.
- Must be employed as a building or construction worker (unorganised worker).
- Age between 18 and 60 years.
- Must have engaged in building or construction work for at least 90 days in a given year.
- Monthly income should not exceed ₹15,000.
- Should not be a member of any other Welfare Fund established under any law.
- Should not be a member of EPF, NPS, or ESIC.
- Should not be an income tax payer.
For Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- The applicant must be a registered member under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Punjab.
- The applicant must be a regular contributor.
- The scheme is applicable for a maximum of two female children per family.
- The applicant should not have availed benefits from other similar government schemes.
Application Process
Online via CSCs:
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Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- For new registrations, approach your nearest Sewa Kendra or the Registering Officers/Labour Inspector.
- Fill out Application Form No. 28 and pay the registration fee of ₹25 (one-time) along with a monthly contribution fee of ₹10.
- Registration is valid for a minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 5 years. Once registered, the worker is known as a ‘Beneficiary’ of the Board.
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Application for the Scheme Benefits:
- Approach your nearest Sewa Kendra or Registering Officers/Labour Inspector.
- Complete the prescribed application form for the Balri Birth Gift Scheme.
- Submit the form along with the necessary documents.
- You can check your registration application status, download your registration card, and track your scheme application status online through provided links.
Helpdesk Contact Information:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +91 172-2540125
- Address: Labour Bhawan Model Welfare Centre, Phase 10, Sector 64, Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, Punjab, 160062
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM
Documents Required
For Registration as a Building/Construction Worker:
- Proof of age (attested copy or self-declaration if unavailable).
- Proof of residence.
- Aadhaar Card (if available).
- Bank account details (Bank branch, account number, and IFSC/RTGS number).
- Details of dependents.
- Employer’s Certificate (Form No. 28, showing at least 90 days of construction work in the last 12 months).
- Nomination Form (Form No. 27).
For Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- Child photograph with parents.
- Aadhaar Card of the girl child.
- Date of Birth Certificate issued by the Registrar.
- Any additional documents as specified by the Board.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who can register as a beneficiary under the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Punjab?
Construction workers meeting the residency, age, income, and work criteria can register. - Is there a minimum service requirement to register as a beneficiary?
Yes, the worker must have engaged in construction work for at least 90 days in a given year. - Who can apply for the welfare scheme?
Only registered workers with the Board who meet the specified criteria and have not availed benefits from similar schemes are eligible. - For how long can a construction worker get registered at a time?
Registration is for a minimum of 1 year and a maximum of 5 years. - What is the procedure for applying for the registration?
Fill out Application Form No. 28 and submit it along with the required documents and fees at the nearest Sewa Kendra or Labour Inspector. - What is the registration fee?
A one-time fee of ₹25, with a monthly contribution of ₹10. - What are the mandatory documents for registration?
Proof of age, residence, bank account details, and employer’s certificate, among others. - How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
An FDR of ₹51,000 is provided for each eligible female child (up to two girls). - When can the FDR be encashed?
The FDR can be encashed only at the time of the daughter’s marriage. - Can I apply for this scheme if I have already availed of benefits from other schemes?
No, the applicant must not be receiving similar benefits from any other government scheme. - How is the FDR managed?
The FDR is maintained by the Board and is non-refundable once paid. It serves as a fixed deposit until encashment at the daughter’s marriage.