Financial Assistance for Widow or Widower of Registered Construction Worker

Description
The “Financial Assistance for Widow or Widower of Registered Construction Worker” scheme was implemented by the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹24,000/- p.a. up to 5 years to the widow or widower in case of death of a registered worker during the course of employment.

Benefits
• Financial assistance of ₹24,000/- per annum up to 5 years to the widow or widower.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be the widow or widower of a deceased construction worker.
2. The deceased worker must have been registered with the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Application Process
Step 1: Step-1: The interested applicant downloads the application form from the MBOCWW official website.
Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step-1: The interested applicant downloads the application form from the MBOCWW official website.
Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step-3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Labor Commissioner/Government Labor Officer.
Step-4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).

Required Documents
• Passport-size Photo
• Aadhaar Card
• Identity Card of Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
• Bank Passbook
• Death Certificate (Issued by competent medical authorities)
• Proof of Residence (One of Aadhaar Card/Passport/Driving Licence/Ration Sheet/Last Month's Electricity Bill/Gram Panchayat Certificate)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of this scheme?
A: The scheme provides financial support to the widow or widower of a deceased registered construction worker.

Q: How much financial assistance is provided?
A: [?]24,000 per year is provided for up to five years.

Q: Who can apply for this scheme?
A: The widow or widower of a construction worker registered with the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Q: How long will the assistance be given?
A: The assistance will be provided for five years after the worker's death.

Q: Is this scheme available outside Maharashtra?
A: No, it is only for registered construction workers in Maharashtra.

Q: What documents are needed to apply?
A: Passport-size photo, Aadhaar card, worker's ID card, bank passbook, death certificate, and proof of residence.

Q: Can the application be submitted online?
A: No, applications must be submitted offline at the Labour Commissioner's office.

Q: Where can I get the application form?
A: The form is available on the MBOCWW website (mahabocw.in).

Q: Can I apply if my spouse wasn’t registered?
A: No, the construction worker must have been registered with the Board.

Q: Does the scheme cover non-work-related deaths?
A: No, it only applies if the worker died during employment.

Q: Is there a time limit to apply after the worker’s death?
A: There's no strict deadline, but applying as soon as possible is recommended.