Scheme for Funeral Assistance in Case of Death of Registered Construction Worker

Description
The Tripura Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department Tripura launched the "Scheme for Funeral Assistance in Case of Death of Registered Construction Worker". Under rule 282 Other Welfare Measures of the Tripura State Building and Other Construction Workers RE & CS Rules 2001, the scheme for funeral Assistance in case of the death of registered construction workers is made.

Exclusions
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Benefits
• A one-time grant of ₹10,000/- is provided for the expenses of the funeral ceremony.
• NOTE: The amount of benefit payable by the BOARD shall be paid through DBT mode.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a nominee, spouse, or dependent of the deceased registered worker.
2. The registered construction workers should not have any dues payable to the Board.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.
Online - via CSC
Step 1: The applicant should gather copies of the necessary documents needed to apply for the concerned scheme.

Step 2: Step 2: The applicant should visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.
Online - via CSC
Step 2: The applicant should visit the nearest Common Service Center (CSC) and complete the Biometric Verification Process.

Step 3: Step 3: The applicant should ensure that the CSC agent completes all mandatory fields in the application form and uploads copies of all required documents.
Online - via CSC
Step 3: The applicant should ensure that the CSC agent completes all mandatory fields in the application form and uploads copies of all required documents.

Step 4: Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the concerned authority to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if…
Online - via CSC
NOTE: The application should be submitted within 30 days from the date of death of the registered construction worker or the application for the same may be submitted while claiming for the death benefit by the nominee.

Required Documents
• Original BOCW Registration Card.
• Bank Account Details of the Nominee.
• Death Certificate (from an appropriate authority or death report from a recognized registered Medical Officer).
• Ration Card.
• Declaration/No Objection Letter (submitted by all the nominees/survivors of the deceased registered construction worker in favour of the applicant).
• Photo ID Proof of the Nominee.
• Any other documents if required.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible for the Funeral Assistance Scheme?
A: The nominee, spouse, or dependent of the deceased registered beneficiary is eligible for the benefit.

Q: How can the benefit be claimed?
A: The application should be submitted within 30 days from the date of death or while claiming the death benefit.

Q: What is the deadline for submitting the application for the funeral assistance?
A: The application must be submitted within 30 days from the date of death.

Q: Can the application for funeral assistance be submitted along with the death benefit claim?
A: Yes, it can be submitted while claiming the death benefit by the nominee.

Q: How will the benefit amount be disbursed to the nominee or dependents?
A: The amount will be paid through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) mode.

Q: What is the amount provided under this scheme?
A: A one-time grant of [?]10,000 is provided.

Q: Is the original BOCW registration card necessary for the application?
A: Yes, the original BOCW registration card is necessary.

Q: What is the purpose of the declaration/no objection by other nominees/survivors?
A: The declaration/no objection is to confirm that all nominees/survivors agree to the claim being made by the applicant.

Q: Under which rule is the Funeral Assistance Scheme provided?
A: The scheme is provided under rule 282 (Other Welfare Measures) of The Tripura State Building and Other Construction Workers (RE & CS) Rules 2001.

Q: Are there any dues that need to be cleared before applying for the benefit?
A: The registered construction workers should have no dues payable to the Board.