The “Financial Assistance for Purchase of Spectacles, Denture, Hearing Aid” scheme is initiated by the Chandigarh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (CBOCWWB) under the Labour Department, Chandigarh. This scheme is designed to support registered workers by providing a one-time financial grant to purchase essential medical aids such as spectacles, dentures, or hearing aids. The assistance is granted on a once-in-a-lifetime basis, ensuring that eligible beneficiaries can improve their quality of life and health through access to these crucial aids.
Benefits
- Spectacles:
Financial assistance of ₹1,500. - Denture:
Financial assistance of ₹5,000. - Hearing Aid:
Financial assistance of ₹4,000.
Eligibility
- Employment Requirement:
The beneficiary must be working at an establishment registered under the Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1965, with regular contributions received by the Board. - One-Time Benefit:
The scheme is available only once in a lifetime for the spouse of a registered construction worker. - Membership Duration:
The applicant is eligible to apply after being a member of the Board for at least six months. - Prescription Requirement:
Financial assistance is granted on the prescription of the Government Medical Officer/Chief Medical Officer/Principal Medical Officer from any Government Institute in the tri-city area. - Application Time Limit:
Applicants must submit their application for the benefit within one year from the date of eligibility. - ESIC Exclusion:
Beneficiaries covered under ESIC are not eligible.
Application Process
Online
- Registration Process:
- Visit the official website of the Labour Department Chandigarh at http://labour.chd.gov.in/.
- Click on “Click Here for Registration” and fill in all mandatory details, then click “Submit.”
- Enter the OTP sent to your registered email and mobile number. Note your ‘User ID’ and ‘Password’ for future reference.
- Log in using your credentials.
- Application Submission:
- On the home page, select the scheme “FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR PURCHASE OF SPECTACLES, DENTURE, HEARING AID” under the Grant of Welfare Schemes for Chandigarh Labour Welfare Board workers.
- Read the scheme details, then click on “Click here to Apply/Register.”
- If not already registered, click “register yourself” to open the ServicePlus window and complete registration.
- Log in using your ServicePlus credentials.
- Fill in the application form with your personal details, select the relevant scheme (Spectacles/Dentures/Hearing Aid), and provide workplace details.
- Complete the ‘Self-Declaration’ section and fill in additional details as required.
- Enter the verification code/Captcha and click “Submit.”
- Preview the filled details and click “Attach Annexure.”
- Upload all mandatory documents and click “Save Annexure.”
- Verify all details and click “Submit” to complete the application process.
- Print the generated Acknowledgement Receipt for future reference.
- Application Tracking:
- To track the status of your application, log in to the official website with your ‘User ID’ and ‘Password’, click on “Track Application Status,” fill in the details, and click “Get Data.”
Documents Required
For Registration under CBOCWWB:
- Passport-size photograph.
- Filled-in and signed CBOCW Board application form.
- Copy of Aadhaar Card of the applicant.
- BOCW Card (if available).
- Copy of Aadhaar Card of the nominee.
- Bank details.
- Receipt of payment file.
- Any other relevant documents.
For Grant of Welfare Schemes:
- Passport-size photograph of the applicant.
- Copy of Aadhaar Card of the registered beneficiary worker.
- Copy of the BOCW Card along with the validity page.
- Prescription from the competent authority.
- Original bill of the article purchased.
- Worker’s bank account details or bank passbook.
- Copy of the salary slip.
- Any other relevant documents.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the “Financial Assistance for Purchase of Spectacles, Denture, Hearing Aid” scheme?
It is a scheme that provides a one-time financial grant to registered workers (or their spouses) for purchasing spectacles, dentures, or hearing aids. - What items are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers spectacles, dentures, and hearing aids. - How much financial assistance can an eligible worker receive?
- Spectacles: ₹1,500
- Denture: ₹5,000
- Hearing Aid: ₹4,000
- Who is eligible for benefits under the scheme?
The scheme is available to the spouse of a registered construction worker, provided the worker’s establishment is registered under the Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1965, and the applicant has been a member of the Board for at least six months. - When can an applicant start availing benefits under the scheme?
Benefits are available after six months of membership with the Board, and the application must be submitted within one year. - How can a beneficiary obtain financial assistance under the scheme?
Beneficiaries must apply online via the official Labour Department Chandigarh website, following the detailed application process. - Are there any restrictions for those covered under ESIC?
Yes, beneficiaries who are covered under ESIC are not eligible. - Is there any limit on the number of times a beneficiary can apply for financial assistance?
The assistance is a one-time benefit available only once in a lifetime. - How do I apply under the scheme?
Applications can be submitted online through the official Labour Department Chandigarh website following the registration and application process outlined above.