Grant for Purchase of Bicycle (BBOCWWB)

Description
The "Grant for Purchase of Bicycle" scheme is implemented by the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board BBOCWWB , Labour Resources Department, Government of Bihar. Under this scheme, financial assistance of up to ₹3,500/- is provided to registered construction workers who have been members of the Board for at least one year, for purchasing a bicycle. The assistance will be provided to workers upon submission of the receipt for the bicycle purchase.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, financial assistance of up to ₹3,500/- is provided to registered construction workers for purchasing a bicycle.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The worker should be engaged in building or construction work.
2. The worker should be registered with the Bihar Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
3. The registered worker should have a minimum of one year of continuous membership.
4. The worker's membership with the Welfare Board should be active at the time of application.
5. Note: Assistance will be provided to workers upon submission of the receipt for the bicycle purchase.

Required Documents
• Identity proof worker i.e. Aadhaar Card
• Photo of construction worker's bicycle with BOCW Board Name Plate
• Receipt of bicycle purchased (GST Voucher)
• Proof of residence
• Ration card
• Bank account details/copy of bank passbook
• Caste Certificate (If applicable)
• Undertaking/declaration
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the scheme?
A: Registered construction workers who have been members of the BBOCWWB for at least one year are eligible, provided their membership is active at the time of applying.

Q: What is the amount of financial assistance provided under the scheme?
A: A maximum financial assistance of [?]3,500 is provided to the eligible workers for purchasing a bicycle.

Q: What type of workers are covered under this scheme?
A: Unorganized workers involved in building, road, bridge, and dam construction, masons, carpenters, painters, electricians, plumbers, and various other construction-related roles are covered under the scheme.

Q: Can workers from all sectors apply for this scheme?
A: No, workers covered under the Factory Act, 1948, and the Mines Act, 1952, are not eligible for this scheme.

Q: What is the minimum membership period required for workers to be eligible?
A: Workers need to have a continuous membership of at least one year with the BBOCWWB.

Q: Is it necessary to submit a purchase receipt to avail of the grant?
A: Yes, the receipt for the bicycle purchase must be submitted to receive financial assistance.

Q: How can a construction worker register with the BBOCWWB?
A: Workers can register online through the official website of Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. https://bocw.bihar.gov.in/Website/LabourReg.aspx

Q: Where can workers apply for the scheme?
A: Workers can apply online through the official website of Bihar Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. https://bocw.bihar.gov.in/Website/SchemeApply.aspx

Q: Can a worker apply if their BBOCWWB membership has expired?
A: No, workers must have an active membership at the time of application to be eligible for the scheme.

Q: How can workers track the status of their application?
A: Workers can track their application status online through the official website: https://bocw.bihar.gov.in/Registration/ApplicationStatus.aspx

Q: Can workers apply for this scheme multiple times?
A: The scheme provides assistance only once for the purchase of a bicycle per eligible worker.