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Becoming a mother or supporting a partner through pregnancy is a significant journey. The Gujarat Labour Welfare Board understands this and offers a helping hand through its Maternity Assistance Scheme. This initiative aims to ease the financial burden faced by working women and the spouses of workers during this crucial period.

What Is This Scheme?

The Maternity Assistance Scheme, introduced by the Gujarat Labour Welfare Board under the Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, is designed to offer financial support. It helps cover the costs associated with health check-ups, medicines, and maintaining a nutritious diet during pregnancy and post-delivery.

Who Can Benefit From This Scheme?

The scheme is specifically for female workers employed in Gujarat's organized sector and for the wives of workers who meet certain conditions. It's a way to acknowledge and support the well-being of women contributing to the state's workforce or supporting their families.

Why This Scheme Is Important

Ensuring good health during maternity is vital. This scheme helps by providing ₹10,000, enabling beneficiaries to access necessary medical care and nutrition without financial strain. It supports both the mother and the child's health during this critical phase.

Objective

This Gujarat government scheme provides financial help to female workers and their spouses for maternity-related expenses like health check-ups, medicines, and nutritious food.

Benefits

Under the scheme, the assistance of ₹1,50,000/- will be provided to registered construction workers for a duration of 5 years, with ₹30,000/- disbursed annually subject to the terms of assistance.
The construction workers who have taken a loan up to a maximum of ₹15 lakhs to buy their house will be provided ₹30,000/- per year for the five years as per plan.

Sources and references

Official Website

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be working in the organized sector within Gujarat state.
Workers need to have a continuous employment record of at least one year with their current Factory/Company/Organization.
The worker's Labour Welfare Fund must have been regularly deposited with the board.
Applications must be submitted within 1 year from the date of the child's birth.
The scheme benefit is available only for one delivery per eligible worker or their spouse.

Important Note: If the name of the pregnant woman on the birth certificate or related documents doesn't match the name in the bank passbook, the financial assistance will not be provided.

How To Apply

Applications for the Maternity Assistance Scheme can be submitted online through the official Sanman Portal.

Visit the Sanman Portal: https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/
Complete the application form accurately.
Upload all the required documents.
Submit the application.

Documents Required

Passport-size Photograph
Copy of the identity card issued by the contractor to the worker/labour
Aadhaar Card of the Labour
Labour Welfare Fund Account Number
Proof of pregnancy or a Medical report
Birth certificate of the child
Aadhaar card of the beneficiary
Bonafide certificate
Bank account details or a copy of the Bank Passbook
Any other documents as may be required by the Board

FAQ’s

How much money can I get from the Maternity Assistance Scheme?

Under this scheme, eligible individuals receive a financial assistance of ₹10,000/- to help cover maternity-related expenses.

Can I apply for this benefit for more than one child?

No, the benefit of this scheme is limited to only one delivery per eligible worker or their spouse.

What is the deadline to submit the application for maternity assistance?

You need to submit your application within one year from the date of delivery to be eligible for the scheme's benefits.

Who is eligible to receive this maternity support in Gujarat?

This scheme is for female workers in Gujarat's organized sector and the wives of workers who meet specific employment and Labour Welfare Fund contribution criteria.

What if the name on my bank passbook is different from my birth certificate?

If there's a mismatch in the pregnant woman's name between the birth certificate/document and the bank passbook, the assistance will not be provided. Ensure names are consistent.

Where can I find the application form and other important documents?

You can apply online through the Sanman Portal at https://sanman.gujarat.gov.in/. A link for the Bonafide certificate, which is one of the required documents, is also provided in the 'Documents Required' section.

What kind of expenses does the ₹10,000 maternity assistance cover?

The financial aid is meant to help with costs such as health check-ups, necessary medicines, and ensuring a nutritious diet during the maternity period.

Are there any requirements regarding how long a worker must be employed?

Yes, eligible workers must have been continuously working with their Factory/Company/Organization for at least one year, and their Labour Welfare Fund contributions must be up to date with the board.