Disability Assistance (ANBOCWWB)

Description
The scheme “Disability Assistance” was started by the Andaman & Nicobar Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board ANBOCWWB , Department of Labour, Employment & Training, Andaman & Nicobar Administration. Under this scheme, the Secretary of the Board may sanction an amount not exceeding 25% of the total amount of compensation due, as calculated under the Employees Compensation Act 1923 on the production of a certificate from competent medical authorities in respect of the percentage of disability along with application for grant of assistance along with last pay slip & age proof. The ex-facto approval from the Board shall be obtained for the same.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, the Board may sanction an amount not exceeding 25% of the total amount of compensation due, as calculated under the Employees Compensation Act 1923 on the production of a certificate from competent medical authorities in respect of the percentage of disability.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The beneficiary should be a resident of the Union territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
2. The beneficiary should be engaged in any building & other construction work.
3. The beneficiary should be registered under the A&N Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
4. The beneficiary should have an active membership of the Board.
5. Construction workers who become disabled due to an accident during the course of their employment are eligible to apply under the scheme.

Required Documents
• Passport size photograph
• Proof of age
• Identity proof
• Details of EPF, if any
• Proof of address
• 90 Days Work Duration Certificate issued by the competent authority
• Bank account details
• Any other document as required
• Registration ID Card of Worker
• Identity proof of worker i.e. Aadhaar Card
• Latest Subscription Receipt
• Last pay slip
• Proof of age proof
• Medical certificate in respect of the percentage of disability from the competent medical authority
• Address proof
• Bank account details of worker/Copy of passbook
• Any other document as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What benefits does the Scheme provide?
A: The scheme allows for the sanctioning of an amount not exceeding 25% of the total compensation due under the Employees Compensation Act 1923, upon submission of a disability certificate from competent medical authorities.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the Disability Assistance Scheme?
A: Construction workers who become disabled due to an accident during the course of their employment are eligible to apply under the scheme.

Q: How is the percentage of disability determined for eligibility?
A: The percentage of disability is determined by competent medical authorities in accordance with established protocols.

Q: Is there a limit to the amount of assistance provided under the scheme?
A: Yes, the assistance provided cannot exceed 25% of the total compensation due under the Employees Compensation Act 1923.

Q: What type of work must the beneficiary be engaged in to qualify for the scheme?
A: He beneficiary must be engaged in building and other construction work within the territory.

Q: Is registration mandatory under the Board?
A: Yes, beneficiaries must be registered under the A&N Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Q: How to apply under the scheme?
A: The eligible applicant may apply online through the Portal: https://serviceonline.gov.in/