Death Benefit Scheme (APB&OCWWB)

Description
The scheme “Death Benefit Scheme” was started by the Department of Labour and Employment, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh for registered workers of the Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board APB&OCWWB . The state government has proposed and implemented this scheme through the APB&OCWWB for those families who suffer due to economic loss caused by the demise of the bread earner of the house and have registered their names in the Labour Welfare Board. Objective: - To mitigate such economic loss, the govt. has introduced the death benefit scheme for normal death and death due to accidents.

Benefits
• Cash assistance of ₹50,000/- provided to the nominee of the registered worker, in case of normal death.
• Cash assistance of ₹1,00,000/- provided to the nominee of the registered worker, only in case of accidental death.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh.
2. The applicant should be a family member of a deceased worker who was employed in the Building and Other Construction works.
3. The deceased worker should be registered with Labour Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB).
4. The deceased worker should have an active membership at the time of death.
5. The name of the nominee/ dependent should be recorded on his/her registration card before death.
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Required Documents
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID card, etc.
• Xerox copy as well as original copy of registration card of the worker
• Death Certificate
• Bank Account number/ front page of the passbook
• Passport size photographs
• Address proof

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective of this scheme is to mitigate such economic loss, the govt. has introduced the death benefit scheme for normal death and death due to accidents.

Q: By which department was this scheme launched?
A: Department of Labour and Employment, Government of Arunachal Pradesh

Q: What is the full form of APB&OCWWB?
A: Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

Q: How much cash assistance will be given to the nominee in case of normal death?
A: Cash assistance of [?]50,000/- will be provided to the nominee of the registered worker, in case of normal death.

Q: How much cash assistance will be given to the nominee in case of accidental death?
A: Cash assistance of [?]1,00,000/- will be provided to the nominee of the registered worker, only in case of accidental death.

Q: Who is eligible under this scheme?
A: The family members of registered workers under APB&OCWWB who suffer due to economic loss caused by the demise of the bread earner of the house are eligible to take benefit of the scheme.

Q: Was it mandatory to have registered under Board?
A: Yes, the labourer/worker must be a registered worker under the Board.

Q: Can an individual also apply for the scheme if membership of worker/ labour was expired before death?
A: No, his/her membership shall be active at the time of death.

Q: Is it necessary for the nominee to have his/her name on the registration card?
A: The name of the nominee/ dependant should be recorded on his/her registration card before death.

Q: How can I avail the benefits of the scheme?
A: The applicant needs to visit the nearest Registered Office of the District/Sub-Division, APB&OCWWB for registration under Board.