The “Natural Death Relief – TBOCWWB” scheme is an initiative by the Telangana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the LET&F (Labour) Department, Telangana. Effective from 01.05.2018, this scheme provides financial assistance of ₹1,00,000 to the nominee, dependents, or legal heirs of a deceased worker who dies due to natural causes. The relief is intended to support the family in covering funeral expenses and to offer additional financial support during such challenging times.
Benefits
- Relief Amount:
A lump sum relief of ₹1,00,000 is provided to the nominee, dependents, or legal heirs of the deceased construction worker.
Eligibility
- Applicant Profile:
The applicant must be the nominee, dependent, or legal heir of the deceased construction worker. - Registration Requirement:
The deceased must be a registered building and other construction worker with the Telangana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. - Cause of Death:
The death must be due to natural causes (i.e., not resulting from an accident).
Application Process
Offline Process
- Download the Application Form:
- Visit the official website and click on “Downloads” from the top menu.
- Click on the download button corresponding to the “Natural Death Relief” scheme.
- Fill the Application Form:
- Complete all mandatory fields in the form.
- Attach copies of all required documents (self-attested if necessary).
- Submit the Application:
- Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the concerned officer in the labour department.
- Obtain Receipt:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the authority. Ensure the receipt includes the date and time of submission and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Documents Required
- Passport-size Photograph.
- Registration Card under the BOCW Act (attested copy).
- Household Ration Card / Aadhaar Card (issued by the competent authority as proof of the nominee/dependent declared by the worker in his registration).
- Renewal Challan Copy.
- Death Certificate.
- Advance Stamped Receipt.
- Attested copy of the 1st page of the Bank Passbook.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is eligible for this scheme?
The scheme is available to the nominee, dependents, or legal heirs of a registered construction worker who has died due to natural causes. -
What is the amount of relief provided under this scheme?
The relief amount is ₹1,00,000. -
Who receives the relief amount?
The benefit is provided to the nominee, dependents, or legal heirs of the deceased worker. -
Is this scheme applicable for accidental deaths?
No, the scheme covers only natural deaths. -
Are funeral expenses covered under this scheme?
While the scheme is intended to help cover funeral expenses, the relief is a lump sum intended for broader financial support. -
What is the effective date of the enhanced relief amount?
The enhanced relief amount has been effective since 01.05.2018. -
Can the relief amount be claimed by someone other than the nominee?
Only the nominee, dependents, or legal heirs of the deceased worker are eligible to claim the relief. -
How is the relief amount disbursed?
The relief amount is credited directly to the beneficiary’s bank account. -
Is there any cost associated with applying for this scheme?
There is no cost mentioned for applying under this scheme. -
Can this scheme be combined with other compensation schemes?
Applicants should refer to the official guidelines to determine if benefits from multiple schemes can be combined. -
Are there any income criteria for the scheme?
No specific income criteria are mentioned for eligibility under this scheme.