The Disability Pension scheme is a social security initiative implemented by the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB) under the Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya. This scheme provides financial assistance to workers who are permanently disabled due to conditions like paralysis, leprosy, tuberculosis (T.B.), accidents, etc. In addition to the monthly pension, eligible workers may also receive an ex-gratia payment based on their percentage of disability and other conditions set by the Board.
Benefits
- Monthly Disability Pension:
- ₹150 per month for permanently disabled workers.
- Ex-Gratia Payment:
- An additional one-time payment of up to ₹5,000, determined by the percentage of disability and subject to the Board’s conditions.
Eligibility Criteria
- Residency: The beneficiary must be a resident of Meghalaya.
- Employment: Must be engaged in building or other construction work.
- Registration: Must be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board and maintain active membership.
- Disability: Registered construction workers who have become permanently disabled due to conditions such as paralysis, leprosy, tuberculosis (T.B.), accidents, etc., are eligible.
Application Process
1. Online Worker Registration Process (Portal)
- Visit the Portal:
- Register as a Worker:
- Click on the ‘Worker’ button and fill in all mandatory information.
- Click ‘Register’ and note the confirmation message “Registered Successfully.”
2. Application Process for New Registration under MBOCWWB
- Login:
- Visit the online portal, enter your User ID (registered mobile number), Password, and Security Code, then click Login.
- Apply for New Registration:
- Click on ‘Apply for New Registration’.
- Complete the Registration Form with personal details, service/work details, bank details, and demographic information.
- Click ‘Submit’.
- Family & Nominee Details:
- Add family and nominee details by clicking ‘Add New’.
- Upload the required enclosures (photograph, ID proof, Employer Certificate/Self Certification, bank passbook, etc.).
- Completion:
- Click ‘Complete’ to finish the registration process.
- Your Registration Certificate will be generated after verification by the Block/District Labour authorities.
3. Application Process for Disability Pension
- Login:
- Visit the online portal and login using your registered mobile number, Password, and Security Code.
- Select Scheme:
- From the dashboard, click on the “Disability Pension” scheme.
- Fill the Application:
- Complete the application form by filling in all required information and attaching necessary enclosures.
- Submit:
- Click Submit to apply for the benefits.
4. Application Tracking/Updating
- Login to the Portal:
- Enter your credentials at the portal.
- Track Status:
- Click on ‘Track Application Status’.
- Select ‘View Details’ to see your application or ‘Application History’ for past records.
- Update:
- If eligible for updates (note: once the application is under process or processed, updates are not allowed), click ‘Update’.
Documents Required
For New Registration under MBOCWWB:
- Photograph of the worker.
- ID Proof: (Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver’s License, Aadhaar Card, Passport).
- Employer Certificate/Self Certification: Issued by the Labour Inspector, Employer, or SDO/AEE of the Works Department.
- Bank Passbook of the worker.
- eShram ID Card (if available).
- Age Proof: (School certificate, Registrar of Birth and Death Certificate, Medical Certificate from a qualified officer, Electoral Photo Identity Card).
- Nomination Form: Duly signed by the applicant.
- Self-declaration: Confirming non-enrolment in any other welfare fund/board.
- SC/ST Certificate: (if applicable).
- Any other documents as required.
For Disability Pension Application:
- MBOCWWB ID Card of the worker.
- Medical Certificate and Disability Certificate.
- Medical Bills and Discharge Slip (if hospitalized).
- Bank Account Details/Bank Passbook.
- Any other documents as required by the Board.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Who administers the scheme?
A: The scheme is administered by the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB).
Q: Who is eligible for the Disability Pension Scheme?
A: Registered construction workers in Meghalaya who have become permanently disabled due to conditions like paralysis, leprosy, tuberculosis (T.B.), accidents, etc.
Q: How much is the monthly disability pension?
A: The monthly disability pension is ₹150.
Q: How is the ex-gratia payment determined?
A: The ex-gratia payment, up to ₹5,000, is determined based on the percentage of disability and subject to conditions fixed by the Board.
Q: Can a beneficiary receive both the disability pension and the ex-gratia payment?
A: Yes, beneficiaries are eligible for both, provided they meet the criteria for each.
Q: Are there any specific disabilities covered under the scheme?
A: The scheme covers disabilities resulting from paralysis, leprosy, tuberculosis (T.B.), accidents, etc.
Q: How does one apply for the Disability Pension Scheme?
A: Applications can be submitted both online via the portal and offline through the designated registration process at CSCs.
Q: Can the application be tracked?
A: Yes, you can track your application status through the online portal using the ‘Track Application Status’ feature.