The Payment of Death Benefit scheme by the Himachal Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HPBOCWWB) provides financial support to the nominees or legal heirs of a registered construction worker in the event of accidental or natural death.
Benefits
- Accidental Death: ₹4,00,000
- Natural Death: ₹2,00,000
Eligibility
- Nominee / Legal Heir: The applicant must be the nominee or dependent of the deceased worker.
- Registration: The deceased worker must have been registered with the HPBOCWWB.
- Active Membership: The worker’s membership in the Welfare Board should be active at the time of death.
Application Process
Online / Offline
- Visit Official Website: Go to the HPBOCWWB portal.
- Scheme Selection: Under “Apply for Benefits”, choose the Death Benefit scheme.
- Enter Details: Provide beneficiary info and date of birth, then click “Search”.
- Application Form: Fill in all required fields and upload supporting documents.
- Submit: Click “Submit Application” to finish.
Tracking Status
- Applicants can track their application status on the HPBOCWWB website.
- Updates may be sent to the registered mobile number.
Documents Required
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar, Voter ID)
- Passport-size Photograph
- Undertaking (if required)
- Work Slip (proof of construction work)
- Residence Proof
- Ration Card (optional)
- Bank Account Details (passbook copy)
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Age Proof
- Labour Card (membership ID from HPBOCWWB)
- Death Certificate of the worker
- Identity Proof of Nominee/Legal Heir
- Any other relevant documents
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the purpose of the scheme?
To provide financial assistance to nominees/dependents of registered workers who pass away due to accidental or natural causes.
How much is given for accidental death?
A sum of ₹4,00,000 is provided.
How much is given for natural death?
A sum of ₹2,00,000 is provided.
Who is eligible for the benefit?
Nominees or legal heirs of registered construction workers with the HPBOCWWB.
Is the benefit limited to accidental deaths?
No. It also covers natural death at a lower payout of ₹2,00,000.
What is the registration requirement?
The worker must have active membership in HPBOCWWB at the time of death.
Who can be nominees or dependents?
Persons the worker has officially designated, or the worker’s legal heirs as per Board rules.
Is there an age limit for members?
Workers are typically registered between 18 and 60 years, as per Board guidelines.
What documents are required to claim the benefit?
Death certificate, identity proof, labour card, proof of nominee’s ID, etc.
How can nominees apply for the benefit?
They can apply online through the HPBOCWWB portal or offline at designated labour offices, submitting required documents.