Discounted Bus Passes for Registered Construction Workers in Gujarat By State Government. GBOCWWB, a division of the Gujarat government’s Labor, Skill Development & Employment Department, introduced the Shramik Parivahan Yojana, a social assistance program. Its goal is to provide registered construction workers with discounted bus passes. This will assist in covering the workers’ daily commute from their Kadianaka to the intended building site.
Advantages of the Concession Bus Pass
- For their daily transportation, registered construction workers receive bus passes at reduced costs.
- The board bears 80% of the overall pass cost, with the beneficiary just having to pay 20%.
- Flexible Pass Duration: Depending on the worker’s preference, passes can be provided monthly, quarterly, six-monthly, or annually.
Qualifications
- Construction Worker: The candidate ought to have experience with building or other construction projects.
- Registered with GBOCWWB: The Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) requires the applicant to be registered as a construction worker.
The Offline Application Process (How to Apply)
- Visit the Municipal Corporation Office that is Closest to You:
Pay a visit to the local municipal corporation office. - Obtain and Complete the Application:
Get an application and fill it out with all the necessary information. - Include All Necessary Documents:
Deliver the completed form and any other required paperwork to the appropriate officer at the municipal corporation office. - Verification and Bus Pass Issuance:
The applicant will receive the concessional bus pass from the authorities following the confirmation of the information.
Covered Municipalities
Four Gujarati municipalities are currently using the program:
- Surat
- Rajkot
- Vadodara
- Ahmedabad
Required Documents
- Identity Verification: Aadhaar Card.
- E-Nirman Card: A construction worker’s registration card.
- Two Passport-Sized Photos: Current photos to prove identity.
Questions and Answers (FAQs)
- Who is in charge of carrying out the Shramik Parivahan Yojana?
The Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board, a division of the Gujarat government’s Labor Department, oversees the program. - What are the scheme’s benefits?
For registered construction workers, 80% of the cost of bus passes that are offered at a discounted rate for transportation from Kadianaka to the job is subsidized. - How much must participants pay into the program?
The board pays 80% of the bus pass fee, while beneficiaries only pay 20%. - For what length of time are bus permits valid?
Employees may choose to receive bus passes on a monthly, quarterly, six-monthly, or annual basis. - Who is qualified to apply for the program?
Registered construction workers engaged in ongoing construction and building projects. - How do I apply?
Apply through the program. In order to apply offline, candidates must go to the municipal corporation office that is closest to them, complete the application, attach the necessary paperwork, and turn it in for verification. - In which municipalities has the Shramik Parivahan Yojana been implemented?
The program is accessible in Rajkot, Vadodara, Surat, and Ahmedabad.
References and Sources
- Official Website: For additional information, go to the GBOCWWB or Gujarat Labour Department websites.
- Recommendations: The Gujarat Labour Department has released official recommendations.