The Scheme for Maternity Benefit was launched by the Tripura Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, under the Labour Department of Tripura. Designed to support registered female construction workers and the wives of male registered construction workers, this scheme provides crucial financial assistance following delivery or in cases of miscarriage. With a maximum of two claims per lifetime, the scheme aims to alleviate financial stress during maternity and promote better health and welfare among beneficiaries.
Benefits
- Monetary Support:
- ₹8,000 for each delivery and ₹4,000 for each miscarriage, up to two claims per beneficiary.
- Maternity Leave with Pay:
- Up to 3 months of paid leave for eligible female registered workers.
- Enhanced Welfare:
- Designed to reduce financial burdens during critical maternity periods and ensure that beneficiaries receive timely support.
- Eligibility for Both Delivery and Miscarriage:
- The scheme provides benefits for both successful deliveries and unfortunate miscarriages.
Eligibility
To qualify for the Scheme for Maternity Benefit, the applicant must meet the following criteria:
- Must be a female registered construction worker or the wife of a male registered construction worker.
- The registered construction worker must have been a beneficiary for at least one year continuously to be eligible for both the financial assistance and paid maternity leave.
- Assistance (both for delivery and miscarriage) can be claimed only twice in a lifetime.
- The registered workers must have no dues payable to the Board.
- Beneficiaries who already have two children are not eligible to receive further assistance.
Application Process
Online Application (Via CSCs):
- Document Preparation:
- Gather copies of all necessary documents (e.g., bank account details, BOC Worker Registration Card, birth certificate, affidavit for second child/miscarriage certificate, etc.).
- Visit the Nearest CSC:
- Go to the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the biometric verification process.
- Complete the Application Form:
- Ensure the CSC agent fills out all mandatory fields and uploads all required documents.
- Receipt Collection:
- Request a receipt or acknowledgment containing the date, time of submission, and a unique identification number.
- Submission Deadline:
- The application must be submitted within 6 months of delivery (or as applicable in the case of miscarriage).
Documents Required
- Bank Account Details (for direct deposit of benefits)
- Copy of BOC Worker Registration Card
- Birth Certificate of the Child (issued by a government or private hospital in Tripura, duly signed by the concerned doctor)
- Affidavit for Second Child (for claiming a second benefit, if applicable)
- Ration Card
- Miscarriage Certificate (if applying for miscarriage assistance, issued by a registered Medical Practitioner/Doctor)
- Any Other Documents as required by the scheme guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Who is eligible for the financial assistance?
A1: Eligible beneficiaries include female registered construction workers and the wives of male registered construction workers who meet the criteria outlined.
Q2: How many times can the assistance be claimed?
A2: The assistance can be claimed a maximum of twice in a lifetime for each beneficiary.
Q3: What is the amount of assistance for delivery and miscarriage?
A3: The assistance for delivery is ₹8,000 and for miscarriage is ₹4,000 per claim.
Q4: What are the requirements for maternity leave with pay?
A4: Female registered construction workers who have been beneficiaries for at least one year are eligible for up to 3 months of maternity leave with pay.
Q5: How can one apply for the scheme?
A5: Applications are submitted online via Common Service Centers (CSCs) after completing the biometric verification and uploading necessary documents.
Q6: Who verifies the application?
A6: The application is verified by the CSC agent and further processed by the Tripura Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Q7: What is the deadline to submit the application?
A7: The application must be submitted within 6 months of delivery (or the date of the miscarriage).
Q8: Are there any conditions related to the number of living children?
A8: Yes, if the registered woman or the wife of a registered worker already has two children, she is not eligible to receive further assistance under this scheme.
Q9: Can a registered construction worker with dues to the Board apply?
A9: No, beneficiaries must not have any dues payable to the Board.
Q10: What if the worker has not been registered for one year continuously?
A10: The worker must be a registered beneficiary for at least one year to be eligible for the maternity benefit and paid leave.