The “Funeral Assistance Scheme” is implemented by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) under the Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat. This scheme is designed to provide financial assistance to the legal heirs of a deceased construction worker who was registered with GBOCWWB at the time of death. The primary objective is to ease the financial burden on the family during such difficult times by offering a one-time grant to cover funeral expenses.
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Benefits
- Financial Assistance:
Legal heirs of a deceased construction worker receive a one-time financial assistance of ₹10,000.
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a legal heir of the deceased worker.
- The deceased worker should have been engaged in building or other construction work.
- The deceased worker must have been registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The financial assistance is provided only if the death occurs during the worker’s ongoing membership with the Board.
Application Process
Online (via the Sanman Portal)
- Access the Portal:
- Visit the Sanman Portal at https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/.
- Registration:
- Under the ‘Citizen Login’ tab on the home page, click “Please Register Here.”
- Enter the Aadhaar Card Number of the Shram Yogi (registered worker) and select the appropriate user type.
- Fill in the legal heir’s details and click “Create.”
- After successful registration, you will receive a User ID and Password.
- Application Submission:
- Log in using your User ID and Password.
- Select the Funeral Assistance Scheme and carefully read the instructions.
- Fill out the online application form and upload all the relevant documents.
- Agree to the Rules & Regulations and submit the application form.
- A confirmation email with the application number will be sent to your registered email ID.
Documents Required
- Identity proof of the deceased worker.
- Identity proof of the legal heir.
- Copy of the Death Certificate.
- Self-Declaration Certificate (Affidavit).
- Self-Declaration of Inheritance Certificate.
- Copy of the Bank Passbook of the legal heir.
- Copy of the Ration Card.
- Self Declaration Form as per Resolution dated 20/09/2022 of the Revenue Department.
- Any other documents as required by the Board.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who administers the Funeral Assistance Scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) under the Government of Gujarat. - What is the primary objective of the scheme?
To provide financial assistance to the legal heirs of a deceased registered construction worker to cover funeral expenses. - What benefits does the scheme offer?
A one-time financial assistance of ₹10,000 is provided. - Who is eligible to apply for assistance under this scheme?
Legal heirs of a deceased construction worker who was registered with GBOCWWB are eligible. - What types of incidents are covered under the scheme?
The scheme covers deaths that occur during the worker’s ongoing membership with the Board. - Are there any documents required for claiming assistance?
Yes, documents such as identity proofs, death certificate, bank passbook, and self-declaration certificates are required. - How do I apply under the scheme?
Applications can be submitted online via the Sanman Portal.