"Grant to Coir Cluster/Societies/Agency" Component of the "Development of Coir" Scheme 2026
This scheme offers financial support to the families of construction workers in Andaman & Nicobar Islands who Read More... pass away due to natural or accidental causes. Read less
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The Andaman & Nicobar Islands Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (ANBOCWWB) has a crucial scheme called the 'Death Benefit' to support families of construction workers. This initiative provides financial relief to the loved ones of workers who were employed in building or other construction activities in the region, in the unfortunate event of their passing, whether due to natural causes or accidents.
What Is This Scheme?
The Death Benefit scheme is designed to offer a helping hand to the nominees or dependents of construction workers registered with ANBOCWWB. It ensures that in the event of a worker's death, their family receives financial assistance to help them cope with the loss and any immediate needs.
Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?
The primary beneficiaries are the legal nominees or dependents of workers who were actively engaged in building or other construction work within the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. This includes both registered and, under specific circumstances, non-registered construction workers.
Why This Scheme Is Important
Construction work often involves inherent risks. This scheme recognizes the challenges faced by construction workers and their families. By providing financial aid, it aims to offer a safety net, ensuring that families do not face severe financial hardship following the loss of their earning member.
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Eligibility Criteria
- The applicant must be the legal nominee or a dependent of the deceased worker.
- The deceased worker should have resided in the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
- The deceased worker must have been involved in any building or other construction work.
- Financial aid for natural or accidental death is applicable to deceased registered workers.
- For non-registered construction workers, financial aid is only provided in case of accidental death.
How To Apply
- Eligible applicants can apply online through the official portal: https://serviceonline.gov.in/login.do.
Documents Required
- A copy of the death certificate.
- A copy of the nomination or legal heir certificate.
- The deceased worker's Registration ID Card or Identity proof.
- If the deceased was a non-registered construction worker and died due to an accident, a certificate from the Tehsildar confirming they were a construction worker is needed.
- Identity proof of the nominee or dependent (e.g., Aadhaar Card).
- The latest Subscription Receipt.
- Caste certificate, if applicable.
- Address proof.
- Bank account details of the Nominee.
- Any other document as may be required by the Board.
FAQ’s
What support is available if a construction worker dies accidentally while employed?
If a registered construction worker dies due to an accident while employed, their nominee or dependent can receive financial assistance of ₹2,00,000/-. For non-registered workers who die accidentally, ₹50,000/- may be provided, provided the Tehsildar confirms they were a construction worker.
Can I apply if I'm a dependent of a deceased construction worker who wasn't registered?
Yes, you can apply if you are a dependent of a deceased construction worker. However, financial assistance is only provided in case of accidental death for non-registered workers. You'll need a certificate from the Tehsildar to confirm their occupation.
What's the amount given for natural death?
In the unfortunate event of a natural death, the nominee or dependent of a registered construction worker will receive ₹1,00,000/-.
Is there a specific area this scheme covers?
This scheme is specifically for construction workers residing in the Union Territory of Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
What documents do I need to submit to claim the benefit?
You will need to submit documents like the death certificate, nomination or legal heir certificate, the deceased's ID proof or registration card, the nominee's ID proof (like Aadhaar), bank details, and the latest subscription receipt. If the worker was not registered and died accidentally, a Tehsildar's certificate is also required.
How can someone apply for this death benefit?
The application process is online. You can visit and submit your application through the official portal: https://serviceonline.gov.in/login.do.
Does the worker need to be registered to get help from this scheme?
Registration with ANBOCWWB is mandatory for receiving benefits in case of natural death. However, for accidental deaths, assistance can be provided to non-registered construction workers too, provided they meet the criteria and submit the required Tehsildar's certificate.
What kind of work must the deceased have been doing?
The deceased worker must have been engaged in any kind of building or other construction work to be eligible for this scheme.
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