The “Maternity Assistance for the Construction Workers” by the Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Delhi, is a welfare scheme for the registered workers of the board. Through this scheme, maternity benefits of ₹ 30,000/- is provided to the registered women members and wives of male members for upto 2 children from the date of joining membership of the fund.
Benefits:
- ₹30,000/- provided to registered women members and wives of male members for up to 2 children from the date of joining membership with the fund.
Eligibility Criteria:
For Registration:
- The applicant must be a resident of Delhi.
- The applicant must be a building/construction worker.
- The applicant should be between 18 and 60 years of age.
- The applicant must have worked for at least 90 days in a given year.
For Application:
- Registered women members of the DBoCWWB.
- Wives of registered male members under the Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The applicant can avail of benefits only for their first 2 children.
Exclusions:
- Not eligible if the worker has already received the benefits of this scheme two times.
Application Process:
1. Online Registration:
- Visit the DBoCWWB website and click “Register Now”.
- Enter necessary details such as Aadhaar Number, Name, Mobile Number, and DOB.
- Upload the required documents (e.g., photograph, identity proof, bank details).
- Complete the registration by paying a fee of ₹25 through Debit Card, UPI, or Internet Banking.
- After verification, a registration certificate is issued.
2. Apply for Maternity Assistance:
- Log in using your Aadhaar Number or Registration Card.
- Select the “Maternity Assistance” scheme and submit the required documents.
3. Track Your Application:
- Regularly visit the DBoCWWB website and click “Track Your Application” to check the status.
Documents Required:
For Registration:
- Birth Certificate or Transfer Certificate (for age verification).
- Experience Certificate from the employer or registered authority.
- Ration Card, Aadhaar Card, and Bank Details.
For Maternity Assistance Application:
- Birth Certificate of the child (issued by any Municipal/Govt. Authority).
- Discharge Summary or Medical Certificate (from a government medical officer).
- If home delivery, provide proof of hospital visit during pregnancy and ID proof of the attendant.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
- Which department administers this scheme?
The Delhi Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (DBoCWWB) administers the scheme. - Is self-attestation required for attaching documents with the application?
Yes, documents need to be self-attested if required. - Can I apply for the scheme if I am from another state but work in Delhi?
Yes, if you are working as a construction worker in Delhi, you can get registered. - How can I track my application status?
You can track the status of your application by visiting the DBoCWWB website and clicking “Track Your Application”. - What is the registration/renewal fee for construction workers?
The registration fee is ₹25 and the renewal fee is ₹100 per year.