Maternity Assistance Scheme- Gujarat Labour Welfare Board

Description
The “Maternity Assistance Scheme” was launched by the Gujarat Labour Welfare Board, Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat. Under the scheme, financial assistance is provided to female workers and the wives of workers to cover expenses incurred for health check-ups, medicine, nutritious diet, etc., during the maternity period.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, financial assistance of ₹10,000/- is provided to female workers and the wives of workers to cover expenses incurred during the maternity period.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The workers who are working in the organized sector in the state of Gujarat will be eligible to get the benefit of this scheme.
2. The workers should have been working continuously with the Factory/Company/Organization for one year and his/her Labour Welfare Fund should have been deposited in the board.
3. Application has to be made within 1 (one) year from the date of delivery.
4. The benefit of this scheme is available to either female workers or the wives of workers for only one delivery.
5. **Note:** Assistance will not be provided if there is a change in the name of the pregnant woman mentioned in the birth certificate/document and the name of the pregnant woman mentioned in the bank passbook.

Required Documents
• Passport-size Photograph
• A copy of the identity card issued by the contractor to the worker/labour
• Aadhaar Card of Labour
• Labour Welfare Fund Account Number
• Proof of pregnancy/Medical report
• Birth certificate of child
• Aadhaar card of the beneficiary
• [Bonafide certificate](https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/ApplicationDocuments/GLWB/Bonafide.pdf)
• Bank account details/Bank Passbook
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to receive benefits under this scheme?
A: Workers employed in the organized sector in the state of Gujarat are eligible for benefits under this scheme.

Q: Are there any specific requirements for eligibility?
A: Yes, eligible workers must have worked continuously with the Factory/Company/Organization for at least one year, and their Labour Welfare Fund should have been deposited with the board.

Q: When should the application be submitted?
A: Applications must be submitted within one year from the date of delivery to avail of the benefits.

Q: Is the benefit limited to only one delivery?
A: Yes, the benefit of the scheme is available for only one delivery per eligible worker or their spouse.

Q: What happens if there is a change in the name mentioned in the documents?
A: Assistance will not be provided if there is a discrepancy between the name of the pregnant woman mentioned in the birth certificate/document and the name in the bank passbook.

Q: How much financial assistance is provided under this scheme?
A: A financial assistance of [?]10,000/- is provided to cover expenses incurred during the maternity period.

Q: What expenses are covered by the financial assistance?
A: The financial assistance covers expenses related to health check-ups, medicine, nutritious diet, and other maternity-related costs.

Q: Where can I apply for the scheme benefit?
A: You can apply for the scheme benefit through the Sanman Portal at https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/.