Scheme for Supply of TV Sets to Industrial Establishments/Labour Welfare Centres/Clubs/Recreation Rooms

Description
"Scheme for Supply of TV Sets to Industrial Establishments/Labour Welfare Centres/Clubs/Recreation Rooms" was launched by the Goa Labour Welfare Board, Department of Labour and Employment, Goa. The scheme aims to provide television sets to enable the workers/employees to witness programmes of national importance and to inculcate in themselves ideas of national integration besides broadening their outlook.

Benefits
• One TV Set (coloured) of up to ₹25,000, including all accessories.
• NOTE 1: The incidental expenses incurred in connection/ with the operation of TV Sets etc. will have to be borne by the concerned establishment.
• NOTE 2: If the Management/Union/Government fails to comply with the provisions of the schemes/agreement, the Goa Labour Welfare Board shall have the right to withdraw TV Set if it is supplied departmentally or recover the grant-in-aid amount with interest thereon at the prescribed rate if the TV is provided on grant-in-aid basis.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be one of the following -
2. - Industrial Establishment/Labour Welfare Centre run by the Government of Goa.
3. - Club/Recreation Room run by the Registered Trade Unions having 300 or more Members.
4. > **Preference**
5. Applicants situated in labor-concentrated areas.
6. **NOTE:** The beneficiary establishment should enter into an agreement with the Welfare Board to maintain the TV Set in good working condition at all times and exhibit programmes for the benefit of their workers on day-to-day basis.

Application Process
Step 1: Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form for the scheme from the Official Website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa.
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Step 1: The interested applicant should take print of the prescribed format of the application form for the scheme from the Official Website of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa.

Step 2: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).

Step 3: Step 3: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents, through their industrial establishment, to the Secretary, Goa Labour Welfare Board, 4th floor, Shram Shakti Bhavan, Patto Centre, Panaji,…
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Step 3: The interested applicant should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents, through their industrial establishment, to the Secretary, Goa Labour Welfare Board, 4th floor, Shram Shakti Bhavan, Patto Centre, Panaji, Goa - 403 001.

Required Documents
• Proof of Ownership or Authorization (Letter of Authorization/ Registration Certificate), if the Applicant Represents an Organization.
• Documentation of the TV Set Already Been Provided to the Establishment, if Any.
• Documentation (Brochure, etc.) of the TV Set Specifications, Mentioning the Size, Make, and Price (Including Taxes), if Any.
• Confirmation of Willingness to Provide Suitable Accommodation for Installing the TV Set(s) and to Incur Incidental Expenses Associated with Operating the TV Set(s), if Provided.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which entities are eligible to receive T.V. sets under the scheme?
A: Industrial establishments, labour welfare centres run by the Government of Goa, and clubs or recreation rooms run by registered trade unions with a minimum membership of 300 workers are eligible to receive T.V. sets.

Q: What is the maximum cost of a T.V. set that can be provided under the scheme?
A: The cost of the T.V. sets, including all accessories, should not exceed [?]25,000 for coloured sets. However, for Black and White T.V. sets, the maximum reimbursable amount is [?]12,000.

Q: What obligations do the management or unions have regarding the operation of the T.V. sets?
A: The management or union must ensure that the T.V. sets are maintained in good working condition and that programmes are exhibited for the benefit of workers on a day-to-day basis.

Q: What are the repercussions if the management or unions fail to comply with the scheme's provisions?
A: If the management or union fails to comply with the scheme's provisions or agreement, the Goa Labour Welfare Board reserves the right to withdraw the T.V. set or recover the grant-in-aid amount with interest.

Q: Can an industrial establishment receive more than one T.V. set under the scheme?
A: No, only one T.V. set is provided to an industrial establishment, even if the establishment has a club sponsored by the union.

Q: Are there any specific criteria for the installation of T.V. sets under the scheme?
A: Yes, suitable accommodation for the installation of T.V. sets must be provided by the management or union.

Q: What are the responsibilities of the management or union regarding the maintenance of T.V. sets?
A: The management or union must enter into an agreement with the Welfare Board to maintain the T.V. sets in good working condition at all times.

Q: Can an industrial establishment request a T.V. set if they already possess one?
A: Requests for supplying a new T.V. set will only be entertained after the return of the previous T.V. set, if applicable.

Q: Is there a preference given to certain applicants under the scholarship scheme?
A: Yes, preference is given to applicants having a place of entertainment in labour-concentrated areas.

Q: Can establishments customize the TV programming to suit the preferences of their workers?
A: While establishments are encouraged to exhibit programmes of national importance, they may have some flexibility in selecting additional programming to cater to the preferences and interests of their workers, within the broader objectives of the scheme.

Q: Can establishments apply for financial assistance to upgrade existing TV sets under the scheme?
A: The scheme primarily focuses on providing new TV sets to eligible establishments. Financial assistance for upgrading existing TV sets may be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to the availability of funds and approval from the Welfare Board.

Q: Are there any penalties for non-compliance with the terms of the scheme?
A: Yes, if the management or union fails to comply with the scheme's provisions or agreement, the Welfare Board may take measures such as withdrawing the TV set or recovering any grant-in-aid amount provided, along with interest.