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Working far from home can be tough. To help construction workers connect with their families back home, the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HBOCWWB) has a special scheme.

What Is This Scheme?

The 'Fare for Visiting Home Town' scheme, run by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, aims to make it easier for registered construction workers to visit their hometowns. It provides a free travel facility once a year for the worker and their family.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

This scheme is for construction workers registered with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. They must have been active members for at least two years. The benefit extends to a family of up to five people, including the worker.

Why This Scheme Is Important

The scheme recognizes the hard work of construction workers and aims to support their well-being by facilitating family connections. It helps them take a break and visit their loved ones, promoting a better work-life balance.

Objective

Registered construction workers in Haryana can get free travel to their hometown once a year for themselves and up to 4 family members, provided they have at least two years of membership with the Board.

Benefits

Rate of Scholarships

Senior Division Cadets: ₹500 per month.

Junior Division Cadets: ₹250 per month.

Number of Scholarships

34 fresh scholarships are awarded every year.

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Guidelines

Eligibility Criteria

You must be actively involved in building or construction work.
You need to be officially registered with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
Your membership with the Board must be regular for at least two years.
Your membership with the Board must be active.
A maximum of five family members, including yourself, can use this benefit for a hometown visit each year.

How To Apply

To avail of the benefits under this scheme, you generally need to apply through the official channels set up by the Haryana Government. Visit the Antyodaya-SARAL Portal for detailed application procedures.

Official application link: Antyodaya-SARAL Portal

Documents Required

For Registration with HBOCWWB:

Identity Proof (e.g., Aadhaar Card, Voter Card)
Passport-size photograph
Work experience document (attested)
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 requested by the Board

For Scheme Benefits (Travel Fare):

Identity proof or ID Card of the Worker
Original Travelling Tickets
An undertaking signed by the applicant: Undertaking Form
Any other documents as requested

FAQ’s

How many family members can travel using this scheme?

Up to five family members, including the registered construction worker, can avail of the free travel facility to visit their hometown in a year.

What is the minimum membership duration required for this scheme?

To be eligible for the 'Fare for Visiting Home Town' scheme, construction workers must have a minimum of two years of regular membership with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.

Which government board is responsible for this scheme?

This scheme is managed and implemented by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HBOCWWB) under the Labour Department of the Haryana Government.

Can I claim actual train ticket expenses if they are less than Haryana Roadways fare?

Yes, the scheme covers your travel expenditure. You will be reimbursed either at the rate of ordinary fare prescribed by Haryana Roadways or the actual railway fare for 2nd Class, whichever is applicable.

How often can a worker and their family use this travel benefit?

Registered construction workers and their families can use this free travel facility once a year to visit their hometown.

What kind of work should I be doing to apply?

You must be engaged in building or construction work to be eligible for this scheme.

Where can I find the application form or apply for this scheme?

You can apply for the scheme by visiting the official Antyodaya-SARAL Portal of the Haryana Government.

Is an active membership necessary to get the travel fare benefit?

Yes, the construction worker must maintain an active membership with the Board to be eligible for the benefits under the 'Fare for Visiting Home Town' scheme.

What is the main purpose of the 'Fare for Visiting Home Town' scheme?

The main purpose of the scheme is to provide registered construction workers with a free travel facility once a year, allowing them to visit their hometowns with their families.