Funeral Financial Assistant (APB&OCWWB)

Description
The scheme “Funeral Financial Assistant” was started by the Department of Labour and Employment, Govt. of Arunachal Pradesh for registered workers of Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board APB&OCWWB . The state government has proposed and implemented this scheme through the APB&OCWWB for providing financial assistance to the families upon the death of the registered worker for his/her funeral.

Benefits
• Cash assistance of ₹1000/- only to the nominee of the deceased worker at the time of sanctioning the death benefit amount.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a permanent resident of Arunachal Pradesh.
2. The applicant should be a family member of a deceased worker who was employed in the Building and Other Construction works.
3. The deceased worker should be registered with Labour Welfare Board (APB&OCWWB).
4. The deceased worker should have an active membership at the time of death.
5. The name of the nominee/ dependent should be recorded on his/her registration card before death.

Required Documents
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter ID card, etc.
• Original copy of the registration card of the worker
• Death Certificate
• Application form
• Bank Account number/ front page of the passbook
• Passport-size photographs
• Address proof

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the objective of the scheme?
A: The objective of this scheme is to provide financial assistance upon the death of the registered worker for his/her funeral.

Q: By which department was this scheme launched?
A: Department of Labour and Employment, Government of Arunachal Pradesh

Q: What is the full form of APB&OCWWB?
A: Arunachal Pradesh Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

Q: How much cash assistance will be given to the nominee?
A: Cash assistance of [?]1000/- only to the nominee of the deceased worker at the time of sanctioning the death benefit amount.

Q: Who is eligible under this scheme?
A: The nominee of the deceased worker who was a registered worker under APB&OCWWB is eligible to take benefit of the scheme.

Q: Was it mandatory to have registered under Board?
A: Yes, the labourer/worker must be a registered worker under the Board.

Q: Can an individual also apply for the scheme if membership of worker/ labour was expired before death?
A: No, the worker's membership shall be active at the time of death.

Q: Is it necessary for the nominee to have his/her name on the registration card of the deceased worker?
A: Yes, the name of the nominee/dependant should be recorded on the deceased worker's registration card before death.

Q: How can I avail the benefits of the scheme?
A: The applicant needs to contact Registering Officers, APB&OCWWB of the respective District.