The Death Assistance for Registered Worker (HBOCWWB) scheme is a welfare initiative launched by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HBOCWWB) under the Labour Department, Haryana. This scheme is designed to provide financial support to the nominee, legal heir, or dependent family members of a registered construction worker in the event of his natural death. By offering a substantial financial benefit, the scheme aims to alleviate the economic hardships faced by the worker’s family during their time of loss.
Benefits
- One-Time Financial Assistance: Provides ₹2,00,000 to the nominee/legal heir/dependent family member of the registered worker upon his natural death.
- Economic Support: Helps mitigate the financial challenges faced by the family during a difficult period.
- Focused Outreach: Benefits are exclusively available for families of workers who were active and registered with the board.
Eligibility
For Registration as a Worker:
- The deceased construction worker must have been registered with the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HBOCWWB).
- The worker should have held an active regular membership at the time of his death.
For Application for Assistance:
- Only the nominee/legal heir/dependent family member of the deceased registered worker is eligible to apply.
- The scheme is available to residents of Haryana.
Application Process (Online)
Registration Process on Antyodaya-SARAL Portal:
- Visit the Official Portal:
- Go to the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.
- Register as a New User:
- If not already registered, click on “New User/Register Here” and fill in all mandatory details such as Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, and Password. Then click ‘Submit’.
- Receive Login ID:
- The portal will send your login ID to your registered mobile number.
Login to Apply for the Scheme:
- Sign In:
- Visit the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal and click on “Sign in here”. Enter your credentials and click ‘Login’.
- Select the Scheme:
- In the opened window, click on “Scheme/Services list” to view the list of schemes.
- Select the “Death Assistance for Registered Worker (HBOCWWB)” scheme and click on “Apply for Service/Scheme”.
- Complete the Application Form:
- Fill in all required details in the online application form and submit the form.
Tracking:
- Applicants can track their application status by regularly visiting the homepage and clicking on “Track Your Application”.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card of the applicant (nominee/legal heir)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Proof of Residence (e.g., Ration Card, Electricity Bill, etc.)
- Ration Card
- Bank Account Details (e.g., First page of Bank Passbook or a cancelled cheque)
- Death Certificate of the worker (issued by a Municipal/Government Authority)
- Regular Registration Certificate of the worker
- Nominee/Legal Heir Certificate
- Attested Copy of the Identity Card of the registered worker showing payment of contribution up to the date of application
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the “Death Assistance for Registered Worker (HBOCWWB)” scheme?
A1: It is a welfare scheme that provides ₹2,00,000 as financial assistance to the nominee, legal heir, or dependent family member of a registered construction worker upon his natural death.
Q2: Which department has launched this scheme?
A2: The scheme is launched by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department, Haryana.
Q3: Who is eligible to get financial assistance under the scheme?
A3: Only the nominee/legal heir or dependent family member of the deceased registered worker is eligible to apply.
Q4: Is this scheme only for residents of Haryana?
A4: Yes, the scheme is available exclusively to residents of Haryana.
Q5: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A5: The benefit is a one-time financial assistance of ₹2,00,000.
Q6: Will the financial assistance be given only in case of the natural death of a worker?
A6: Yes, the assistance is provided only in the event of the natural death of the registered construction worker.
Q7: Will the benefit be available only when the deceased construction worker is registered with HBOCWWB?
A7: Correct. The worker must have been registered and held active regular membership with the board.
Q8: How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
A8: Applications are submitted online via the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal after registration and login.
Q9: How can an applicant apply online under the scheme?
A9: By following the registration and login steps on the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal, selecting the appropriate scheme, and submitting the required online application form along with the necessary documents.