Accidental Death Assistance Scheme (GBOCWWB)
₹1-2 lakh accidental death assistance for registered construction workers' families · GBOCWWB Gujarat
The Accidental Death Assistance Scheme (GBOCWWB) provides a one-time payment of ₹3,00,000 to the family of a construction worker who died or suffered permanent disability in an accident at a construction site in Gujarat. This applies whether or not the worker was registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board. Apply online through the Sanman Portal (sanman.gujarat.gov.in).
About This Scheme
The Accidental Death Assistance Scheme (GBOCWWB) provides a one-time payment of ₹3,00,000 to the family of a construction worker who died or suffered permanent disability in an accident at a construction site in Gujarat. This applies whether or not the worker was registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board. Apply online through the Sanman Portal (sanman.gujarat.gov.in).
Full official description
The “Accidental Death Assistance Scheme” is implemented by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board (GBOCWWB), Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat. Under this scheme, financial assistance shall be provided to the legal heirs of the deceased construction workers, registered or unregistered with the Board, in case of accidental death or permanent disability during ongoing work at the construction site.
Benefits
- One-time financial assistance of ₹3,00,000 to the legal heirs of the deceased construction worker
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Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
- Applicant must be the legal heir of the deceased construction worker
- The deceased must have been engaged in building or other construction work at the time of the accident
- Covers both registered and unregistered construction workers with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board (GBOCWWB)
- Applies to accidental death or permanent disability occurring during ongoing construction work at a site
How to Apply
- Ensure the deceased worker had an active E-Nirman Card from enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in.
- The nominee or family member registers on the Sanman Portal: sanman.gujarat.gov.in
- Log in and select 'Accidental Death Assistance Scheme'.
- Fill the application form, upload all documents, and submit.
- Receive a confirmation email with an application number for tracking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who administers this Scheme?
The scheme is administered by the Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat, through the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker's Welfare Board.
What benefits does the scheme offer?
The scheme provides a financial assistance amounting to [?]3,00,000/- to the legal heirs of the deceased construction workers.
Who is eligible to apply for assistance under this scheme?
The legal heirs of the deceased construction workers, whether registered or unregistered with the Board, are eligible to apply for assistance.
What are the criteria for eligibility?
The applicant must be a legal heir of the deceased worker who was engaged in building or other construction work.
Is registration with the Board mandatory for availing benefits?
No, both registered and unregistered construction workers with the Board are eligible for assistance under this scheme.
What types of incidents are covered under the scheme?
Accidental death or permanent disability occurring during ongoing work at the construction site are covered.
Can assistance be claimed if the accident occurs outside the construction site?
The scheme specifically covers accidents occurring during ongoing work at the construction site.
How to apply under the scheme?
To apply under the scheme, the applicant may visit the Sanman Portal: https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/
Ready to apply?
Visit the official government portal to apply for this scheme.
Apply on myScheme.gov.inDocuments Required
- E-Nirman Card of the deceased worker
- Death certificate
- Post-mortem report or FIR (for accidental death)
- Aadhaar card of deceased and nominee
- Bank passbook of nominee
- Ration card