Funeral Assistance (ANBOCWWB)

Description
The scheme “Funeral 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, financial assistance shall be provided to the nominees or dependents of deceased workers who were registered under the A&N Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, towards their funeral expenses.

Benefits
• Under the scheme, an amount of ₹5,000/- may be given to the nominees/dependents of deceased registered workers, towards funeral expenses.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a legal nominee or dependent of the deceased worker.
2. The deceased worker should have been a resident of the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
3. The deceased worker should have been engaged in any building or other construction work.
4. The deceased worker should have been registered under the Andaman & Nicobar Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
5. The deceased worker should have had an active membership with the Board.

Application Process
Step 1: The applicant may submit the application form himself/herself or through the contractor to the concerned Office along with all the relevant documents.
(Application Form for Funeral Assistance)
Offline

The applicant may submit the application form himself/herself or through the contractor to the concerned Office along with all the relevant documents.
(Application Form for Funeral Assistance)

Required Documents
• Copy of the death certificate
• Copy of the nomination/legal heir certificate
• Registration ID Card of deceased worker
• Identity proof of nominee or dependent i.e. Aadhaar Card
• Latest Subscription Receipt
• Caste certificate, if any
• Address proof
• Bank Details of Nominee
• Any other document as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A: Under the scheme, an amount of [?]5,000 may be given to the nominees or dependents of deceased registered workers towards funeral expenses.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for Funeral Assistance?
A: A legal nominee or dependent of the deceased registered worker is eligible to apply under the scheme.

Q: Can anyone apply for Funeral Assistance regardless of their relation to the deceased worker?
A: Only legal nominees or dependents of the deceased worker are eligible to apply for Funeral Assistance.

Q: What types of work qualify the deceased worker?
A: The deceased worker should have been engaged in any building or other construction work.

Q: Is it necessary for the deceased worker to have been registered with ANBOCWWB?
A: Yes, the deceased worker must have been registered under the Andaman & Nicobar Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Q: How can I apply for Funeral Assistance under this scheme?
A: The eligible applicant can visit and apply through online Portal: https://serviceonline.gov.in/login.do

Q: Are there any documents required to apply for Funeral Assistance?
A: Documents such as proof of relationship to the deceased worker, residency proof, proof of the deceased worker's registration with ANBOCWWB, and other relevant documents may be required for application.