Financial Assistance After Death (UKBOCWWB)
At a Glance
Scheme Category
Social welfare & Empowerment,Financial assistance
Target Beneficiaries
Family
Brief Description
The scheme provides financial assistance of ₹2 lakh in case of natural death and ₹4 lakh in case of accidental death to the dependents of registered construction workers.
Benefit Type
Cash
Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a dependent of the deceased construction worker. 1. The dependent’s name must be mentioned in the labour card as a dependent. 1. The deceased construction worker must have been registered with the Uttarakhand Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Application Mode
Online - via CSC
Application Process
- The online application for the scheme can be submitted through Shramik Suvidha Kendras by the nominated dependent of the registered construction worker, whose name is mentioned in the worker’s Shramik Card. - It is mandatory to apply within one year from the date of the worker’s death. - At the time of application, the following documents must be attached: self-declaration certificate, Shramik Card of the deceased worker, Aadhaar Card, death certificate, accident-related proof (in case of accidental death), Aadhaar Card and bank account details of the dependent, along with an affidavit stating that this benefit has not been availed under any other scheme. - After verification and approval through departmental investigation, financial assistance is provided.
Required Documents
- Self-declaration certificate Labour Card of the deceased worker Aadhaar Card Death Certificate Accident-related proof (in case of accidental death) Aadhaar Card Bank account details of the dependent, along with an affidavit stating that this benefit has not been availed under any other scheme
FAQs
How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
- ₹2 lakh in case of natural death. - ₹4 lakh in case of accidental death.
Who can apply for benefits under this scheme?
The dependents of the deceased construction worker, whose names are mentioned in the worker’s Shramik Card, can apply.
Is it necessary for the deceased worker to be registered?
Yes, the deceased construction worker must have been registered with the board at the time of death.
Where can the application be submitted?
Applications are submitted online through Shramik Suvidha Kendras.
Who can submit the application?
The nominated dependent of the deceased construction worker, as per the Shramik Card, must submit the application.
Is there a time limit to apply?
Yes, the application must be submitted within one year from the date of the worker’s death.
How is the application verified?
The submitted application and documents are verified through departmental investigation and checks before approval.