The “Medical Assistance” 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 registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or any disease. It also covers cases where a worker, due to an accident, is treated with plaster at home, and offers additional assistance for disabilities resulting from accidents—up to a maximum of ₹5,000 based on the percentage of disability.
Benefits
- Hospitalization Assistance:
- First 5 Days: ₹200 per day.
- Subsequent Days: ₹20 per day, with the total assistance being at least ₹1,000.
- Accident Assistance:
- Assistance is also provided for workers who suffer an accident and are put in plaster at home.
- Disability Assistance:
- In cases where an accident results in disability, the worker may receive financial assistance up to a maximum of ₹5,000, depending on the percentage of disability.
Eligibility
- Residency:
The beneficiary must be a resident of Meghalaya. - Employment:
The beneficiary must be engaged in building or other construction work. - Registration:
The beneficiary must be registered under the Meghalaya Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. - Active Membership:
The beneficiary should have an active membership with the Board. - Hospitalization:
Registered construction workers who are hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or disease are eligible.
Application Process
Online & Offline
Online Registration Process (Portal):
- Visit the Portal:
Go to https://megbocwwb.gov.in/bocw_services/login.htm. - Register:
- Click on “Register” and complete the mandatory fields to create a new account.
- Click “Register” and wait for the confirmation message “Registered Successfully.”
- New Registration (if not already registered):
- Log in using your registered Mobile Number, Password, and Security Code.
- Click on “Apply for New Registration” and fill in all required details (Personal, Service/Work, Bank, Demographic, etc.).
- Add Family & Nominee details as prompted and upload required enclosures (photograph, ID Proof, Employer Certificate/Self Certification, Bank Passbook).
- Click “Complete” to finish registration. Once processed and verified by the relevant authorities, a Registration Certificate will be issued.
Application Process for Medical Benefit:
- Login:
- Visit the portal and log in using your User ID (Registered Mobile Number), Password, and Security Code.
- Select Scheme:
- Click on the “Medical Benefit” scheme from the Dashboard.
- Fill Application:
- Complete the online application form by filling in all mandatory fields and uploading the necessary enclosures.
- Click “Submit” to apply.
- Application Tracking:
- To track or update your application, log in to the portal, click on “Track Application Status,” then “View Details” to see the current status, “Application History” for past records, and “Update” (if allowed).
Documents Required
For New Registration under MBOCWWB:
- Photograph:
Recent passport-size photograph of the worker. - Identity Proof:
Acceptable documents include Aadhaar Card, Electoral Card, Ration Card, Driver’s License, Passport, etc. - Proof of Age:
School certificate, certificate from the Registrar of Birth and Deaths, certificate from a Medical Officer (not below the rank of Assistant Surgeon), or Electoral Photo Identity Card. - Work Verification:
90 Days Work Duration Certificate issued by the competent authority. - Bank Details:
Bank passbook (first page showing account details, branch name, and IFSC code). - Additional Documents:
eShram ID card (if any), fully filled Nomination Form, and any other document as required.
For Medical Benefit Application:
- MBOCWWB ID Card:
Copy of the registration ID card. - Medical Documentation:
- Medical Certificate of disability or illness issued by the Chief Medical Officer.
- Medical Challans/Receipts/Bills from the hospital during the stay.
- Discharge Slip.
- Subscription Proof:
Receipt or Challan of the last monthly subscription paid. - Other Relevant Documents:
Any additional documents as specified by the Board.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who administers the Medical Assistance Scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Meghalaya Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWWB) under the Labour Department, Government of Meghalaya. - What are the benefits of the scheme?
Financial assistance is provided at ₹200 per day for the first 5 days of hospitalization and ₹20 per day for subsequent days, subject to a minimum of ₹1,000. Additional assistance is available for accident cases with home treatment (plaster) and disability cases up to ₹5,000. - Who is eligible for the Medical Assistance Scheme?
Registered construction workers in Meghalaya with active membership who are hospitalized for five or more days due to an accident or disease are eligible. - How does one qualify for assistance under the scheme?
Eligibility is based on being a registered construction worker with active membership and experiencing hospitalization as defined by the scheme. - Can assistance be claimed for accidents resulting in plastering at home?
Yes, assistance is available for workers who, due to an accident, are treated with plaster at home. - What types of diseases are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers any disease that results in hospitalization for five or more days. - How can the application be submitted?
Applications can be submitted online via the official portal or offline at designated offices. - Can the application be tracked?
Yes, applications can be tracked through the online portal under “Track Application Status.”