Funeral Assistance (HBOCWWB)

Description
The scheme “Funeral Assistance” is implemented by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board HBOCWWB , Labour Department, Government of Haryana. Under this scheme, the Board provides financial assistance for funeral expenses to the nominee or legal heir of a registered worker in the event of their death.

Benefits
• In case of the death of a registered worker, an amount of ₹15,000/- is payable as funeral assistance to his/her nominee/legal heirs.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a nominee/legal heir of the deceased worker.
2. The deceased worker should have been registered with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
3. The registered deceased worker should have held a regular membership with the Board.
4. The scheme allows for application only once.

Required Documents
• Identity card of the registered deceased worker
• Identity proof of the nominee/legal heir
• Certificate of being a nominee/legal heir
• Passport-size photograph
• Death Certificate
• Undertaking
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
A: An amount of [?]15,000/- is payable as funeral assistance to the nominee or legal heirs of the deceased worker.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
A: The nominee or legal heir of the deceased worker is eligible to apply for the scheme.

Q: How many times can one apply for the scheme?
A: The scheme allows for application only once.

Q: Is there any specific documentation required to apply for the scheme?
A: Yes, the applicant needs to provide necessary documents such as death certificate, proof of relationship with the deceased worker, and proof of the worker's registration with the Board.

Q: Where can one apply for the Funeral Assistance scheme?
A: To avail the benefits of the scheme, the applicant needs to visit the Official Portal - Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.