Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B)
in Assam
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Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Assam
Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B) is a government scheme available to eligible residents of Assam.
Apply for Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Assam
Scheme Overview
Under this scheme, financial assistance shall be given to the nominees/dependents of a deceased registered worker, towards funeral expenses.
Eligibility Criteria
The applicant should be a permanent resident of Assam.
The applicant should be a nominee/dependent of deceased worker.
The deceased worker should have been engaged in any building and other construction work.
The deceased worker should have been registered with the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
The deceased worker should have had an active membership with the Board.
Benefits
The financial assistance of ₹5,000/- shall be given to the nominees/dependents of a deceased registered worker, towards funeral expenses.
Required Documents
| # | Document |
|---|---|
| 1 | ABOCWWB ID Card of the deceased worker |
| 2 | Applicant's Photo |
| 3 | Signature of the Applicant |
| 4 | Attested Copy of ID Card of the Deceased Worker |
| 5 | Death Certificate Issued by Government Doctor/Appropriate Authority |
| 6 | Succession Certificate |
| 7 | Certificate of Guardianship with consent from the other family members and minor nominee |
| 8 | Copy of Payslip of Account Paybook |
| 9 | Caste Certificate (Other than General category) |
| 10 | Applicant's Identification Certificate from the Government Gaonburah and Village Panchayat Officer |
| 11 | Loan Recovery Documents, if any |
| 12 | Age Proof Certificate for minor |
| 13 | Bank account details |
| 14 | Any other related documents |
Common questions in Assam
Who can apply for Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Assam?
Eligible residents of Assam who meet the scheme’s overall criteria can apply for Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B). Refer to the eligibility section above for the complete checklist.
What documents are required for Funeral Assistance (A.B.O.C.W.W.B) in Assam?
Applicants in Assam typically need identity proof (Aadhaar), state residency proof, bank account details, and any scheme-specific documents listed in the documents section.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Funeral Assistance Scheme was introduced by the Assam Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (A.B.O.C.W.W.B), which operates under the Labour Welfare Department, Government of Assam. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to the nominees or dependents of a deceased registered worker to cover funeral expenses.