The “Assistance for Marriage” scheme is a component of the West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme, implemented by the Labour Department, West Bengal. It provides financial support to unorganized transport workers and their families to cover marriage expenses. Under this scheme, the applicant (beneficiary) receives ₹10,000 for their marriage, and dependent children (up to two) also receive ₹10,000 each to assist with their marriage expenses.
Benefits
- For the Beneficiary:
₹10,000 financial assistance for their own marriage. - For Dependent Children:
An additional ₹10,000 is provided for each dependent son or daughter, up to a maximum of two beneficiaries per family.
Eligibility
- Age:
The applicant must be between 18 and 60 years of age at the time of enrollment. - Employment:
The applicant must be an unorganized worker engaged in the operation of commercial vehicles, such as cars, taxis, luxury taxis, light commercial vehicles, vans, auto-rickshaws, tempos, lorries, trucks, or buses. - Commercial Use:
The applicant’s vehicle must be used for commercial purposes, not solely for personal or family use.
Application Process
The application process is completed online via the “eDistrict 2.0” portal:
- Registration:
- Visit the “eDistrict 2.0” portal and click on Log In/Sign Up.
- Scroll down in the User Login window and click on Register.
- Fill in all required details, set a username, and click Register.
- Verify your registration by entering the OTP received on your mobile. Upon successful verification, you will be registered.
- Login:
- Enter your username or email and captcha, then click Sign In.
- Enter the OTP received and click Submit.
- Apply for the Scheme:
- Once logged in, you will be redirected to your dashboard.
- From the right side menu, select the scheme “Assistance for Marriage” and proceed with the application.
Documents Required
For New Registration:
- Certification by the prescribed authority in the prescribed format.
- Passport-size photo (for the applicant and for each dependent member).
- Age proof document.
- Driving Licence (if applicable, for drivers).
- EPIC/Aadhaar Card.
For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
- Dependent’s marriage certificate or an affidavit confirming the marriage event.
- Proof of relationship.
- Any additional documents as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the “Assistance for Marriage” scheme under the West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme?
It is a scheme designed to provide financial support to transport workers and their families for marriage expenses. -
What is the amount of financial assistance provided under this scheme?
The scheme offers ₹10,000 for the applicant’s marriage and an additional ₹10,000 for each dependent marriage, up to a maximum of two beneficiaries per family. -
Can assistance be availed for multiple marriages in a family?
Assistance is limited to the applicant’s own marriage and the marriage of up to two dependent children. -
Is it possible to apply for assistance for a friend’s or relative’s marriage?
No, the benefit is strictly for the applicant or their dependent children. -
What documents are required to apply for the scheme?
Documents include certification by the prescribed authority, passport-size photographs, age proof, driving licence (if applicable), EPIC/Aadhaar Card, and for dependent applications, marriage certificates or affidavits and proof of relationship. -
How can an applicant apply for this scheme?
The application is submitted online through the “eDistrict 2.0” portal following the registration and login process. -
Is the scheme applicable for inter-caste or inter-religion marriages?
The scheme does not impose restrictions on caste or religion, so long as the applicant meets the other eligibility criteria. -
How is the financial assistance disbursed to the beneficiary?
The financial assistance is credited directly to the beneficiary’s bank account as per the scheme guidelines.