Financial Assistance to 75% or Permanent Disability

Description
The scheme Financial Assistance to 75% or Permanent Disability was launched by the Maharashtra Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board MBOCWW , Labor Department Maharashtra. Under the scheme, financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/- to the registered worker in case of 75 % or more permanent disability the benefit can be availed only after 26th July 2014 as the benefit is covered under the Mediclaim & Personal Accident Insurance scheme .

Benefits
• Financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/- is provided by the Board to the registered worker for 75% or more permanent disability.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The worker must be engaged in building or construction work.
2. The worker should be registered under the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWW).
3. The worker should have a 75% or permanent disability.
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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
• Disability Certificate (issued by competent medical officer/board)
• Medical Treatment Payments
• Proof of Residence (One of Aadhaar Card/Passport/Driving Licence/Ration Sheet/Last Month's Electricity Bill/Gram Panchayat Certificate)

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for this scheme?
A: Registered construction worker with the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MBOCWW) who has a 75% or permanent disability.

Q: What is the amount of financial assistance provided?
A: The scheme provides [?]2,00,000 to the registered worker for 75% or permanent disability.

Q: Is this scheme available for workers across India?
A: No, it is only for construction workers registered with the Maharashtra Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Q: How do I apply for this scheme?
A: Download the application form from the MBOCWW website, fill it out, attach the necessary documents, and submit it to the Labour Commissioner or Government Labour Officer.

Q: What documents are required for the application?
A: Documents include a passport-size photo, Aadhaar card, ID card from MBOCWW, bank passbook, disability certificate, medical treatment payments, and proof of residence.

Q: Is there a deadline for applying to the scheme?
A: There is no specified deadline, but applying promptly after the disability is confirmed is advised.

Q: What type of disability qualifies for this scheme?
A: The worker must have a 75% or permanent disability as certified by a competent medical officer or board.

Q: Is there any insurance coverage linked to this scheme?
A: Yes, the benefit is covered under the Mediclaim & Personal Accident Insurance scheme, applicable after 26th July 2014.

Q: Do I need to be actively employed as a construction worker to apply?
A: Yes, the worker must be actively engaged in building or construction work and registered under MBOCWW.

Q: Is there any age limit for applying to the scheme?
A: There is no specific age limit mentioned for this scheme.