Sewing Machine Scheme (HBOCWWB)

Description
The scheme “Sewing Machine Scheme” is implemented by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board HBOCWWB , Labour Department, Government of Haryana. This scheme aims to encourage registered women construction workers and to enable them to mend their clothing at their homes. Under this scheme, financial assistance is provided to registered women construction workers, who have a minimum one-year regular membership, for purchasing a sewing machine. This benefit is admissible once in a lifetime. The Board can also provide a sewing machine.

Benefits
• Under this scheme, the Board is providing financial assistance of ₹4,500/- to registered women construction workers for purchasing a sewing machine.
• **Note:** The Board can provide a sewing machine.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant should be a woman and engaged in building or construction work.
2. The applicant should be registered under the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
3. The registered woman worker must have a minimum of one year’s regular membership.
4. The applicant should have an active membership of the Board.
5. This benefit is admissible once in a lifetime.
6. The application frequency is limited to once.

Required Documents
• Identity proof i.e. Aadhaar Card, Voter Card
• Passport-size photograph
• Attested work experience document
• Proof of residence
• Ration Card
• Bank account details
• Caste Certificate (If applicable)
• Proof of age
• Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID)
• Disability certificate (If applicable)
• Any other documents as required
• Identity proof/ID Card of Worker
• An undertaking along with price, trademark, source, and date of purchase
• Bank account details
• Any other documents as required

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the aim of the scheme?
A: The scheme aims to encourage registered women construction workers to mend their clothing at home by providing financial assistance for purchasing sewing machines.

Q: What are the benefits provided under this scheme?
A: Registered women construction workers can receive financial assistance of [?]4,500/- for purchasing a sewing machine.

Q: Is there an option for the Board to provide sewing machines directly?
A: Yes, the Board has the option to provide sewing machines directly to eligible beneficiaries.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
A: Women engaged in building or construction work and registered under the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board are eligible.

Q: What is the minimum membership requirement for eligibility?
A: Applicants must have a minimum of one year's regular membership with the Board.

Q: Is active membership of the Board required for eligibility?
A: Yes, applicants should have an active membership with the Board to be eligible for the scheme.

Q: How many times can a registered woman worker avail of the benefits under this scheme?
A: This benefit is admissible once in a lifetime for registered women construction workers.

Q: What is the application frequency limit for this scheme?
A: The application frequency is limited to once per registered woman worker's lifetime.

Q: How can a construction worker register under HBOCWWB?
A: Women construction workers can register by visiting the Official Website of the Labour Department Haryana.

Q: Where can applicants apply for the scheme?
A: Applicants can apply for the scheme through the Official Portal - Antyodaya-SARAL Portal.

Q: Is there any registration fee required when registering under HBOCWWB?
A: Registration fee of [?]25/- once in lifetime and [?]5/- per month ([?]60/- P.A) as subscription fee shall be paid to the Board by the beneficiary.