The “Financial Assistance on Death/Disablement of Beneficiary” scheme is an initiative by the Chandigarh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (CBOCWWB) under the Labour Department, Chandigarh. The scheme aims to provide monetary support to registered construction workers who suffer from full or 50% disability due to an accident, as well as to the widowed dependents of registered male construction workers in the event of their death. This financial assistance is designed to offer crucial support during challenging times and ensure the welfare of workers and their families.
Benefits
- Ex-Gratia Grant for Widows: ₹50,000 is provided to the widow of a registered male construction worker in the event of his death.
- Full Disability Assistance: ₹25,000 is granted to workers who are fully disabled due to an accident.
- Partial Disability Assistance: ₹15,000 is provided for workers suffering from 50% disability.
- Comprehensive Support: Ensures timely financial aid to assist with the recovery and stabilization of the affected worker’s family.
Eligibility
- Registration Requirement: The beneficiary must be a registered construction worker working in an establishment under the Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1965, with regular contributions received by the Board.
- For Death Claims: In the event of the death of a registered male construction worker, his dependent widow must apply within one year from the date of death.
- For Disability Claims: Registered construction workers with either full or 50% disability due to an accident are eligible.
- Exclusivity: The beneficiary should not have availed any financial assistance from any other Government body under similar schemes.
Application Process
Registration Process under CBOCWWB (Online)
- Visit the Official Website: Navigate to the Labour Department Chandigarh website at http://labour.chd.gov.in/.
- Registration:
- Click on “Click Here for Registration” to open the registration page.
- Fill in all mandatory details and click “Submit.”
- An OTP will be sent to your registered email and mobile number; enter the OTP and submit.
- Note your User ID and Password for future correspondence.
- Login:
- Access the Login page using your credentials.
- Click on “Apply for Services” and search for BOCW Application for Registration as a New Member / Renewal.
- Complete Registration:
- Download the CBOCW form, fill it out, and upload the form.
- Attach all mandatory annexures and complete the payment process.
- An acknowledgement receipt will be generated—keep this for future reference.
Application Process to Apply Under the Scheme (Online)
- Access the Scheme:
- On the homepage of the Labour Department Chandigarh website, select the scheme “FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE ON DEATH/ DISABLEMENT OF BENEFICIARY” under the Grant of Welfare Schemes.
- Review Details:
- Read the scheme details and click on “Click here to Apply/Register” at the bottom of the page.
- If not registered, select “register yourself” and complete the registration via the ServicePlus window.
- Apply for the Scheme:
- Log in using your ServicePlus credentials.
- You will be redirected to the online application page.
- Fill in your personal details, select the scheme, and provide workplace information.
- Complete the Self-Declaration section and enter the verification code/Captcha.
- Click “Submit.”
- Attach Annexures:
- Preview your details, click on “Attach Annexure,” and upload all mandatory documents.
- Save the annexure and verify all details.
- Final Submission and Receipt:
- Submit the application and take a printout of the generated Acknowledgement Receipt for future reference.
- Track Application Status:
- To track your application status, log in with your User ID and Password on the official website.
- Click on “Track Application Status”, fill in the required details, and click “Get Data.”
Documents Required
For Registration under CBOCWWB:
- Passport-size photograph
- Filled-in and signed CBOCW 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
- Copy of Aadhaar Card of the applicant (in case of disablement)
- Copy of Aadhaar Card of the nominee (in case of a death claim)
- Death certificate issued by a competent authority (for death claim)
- In case of accidental death, an attested copy of DDR, FIR, or Post Mortem report
- Certificate of complete/partial disablement issued by the Civil Surgeon
- Bank account details/Bank Passbook (for disablement)
- Savings bank account details of the nominee (for death claim)
- Copy of the salary slip of the worker
- Any other relevant documents
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the “Financial Assistance on Death/Disablement of Beneficiary” scheme?
A1: It is a scheme initiated by CBOCWWB to provide financial assistance to registered construction workers for disability due to accidents and to support widowed dependents in case of a registered worker’s death.
Q2: Who administers the scheme?
A2: The scheme is administered by the Chandigarh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (CBOCWWB) under the Labour Department, Chandigarh.
Q3: What financial assistance is provided for disability due to an accident?
A3: Registered construction workers receive ₹25,000 for full disability and ₹15,000 for 50% disability due to an accident.
Q4: Is financial assistance provided to the widowed dependents of registered male construction workers?
A4: Yes, an ex-gratia grant of ₹50,000 is provided to the widow of a deceased registered male construction worker.
Q5: Who is eligible to receive the financial assistance under this scheme?
A5: Only registered construction workers who meet the eligibility criteria—including being registered under the Punjab Labour Welfare Fund Act with regular contributions—are eligible.
Q6: What is the time frame for applying in the event of death?
A6: In the case of a death claim, the widow must apply within one year from the date of death.
Q7: Is there any restriction if financial assistance has been availed from another Government body?
A7: Yes, the beneficiary should not have availed any financial assistance from any other Government body under similar schemes.
Q8: How do I apply under the scheme?
A8: The application is made online through the official Labour Department Chandigarh website. Applicants must complete both the registration and application processes as outlined.