MA-PBAOCWWB

Marriage Assistance Scheme (PBAOCWWB)

"Marriage Assistance" is a Welfare Scheme by the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. In this scheme, financial assistance of ₹7,000/- is provided to the registered construction workers of the Board for the marriage of their children. The benefits are credited via DBT.

State Cash

States / UT: Puducherry

Nodal department: Labour Department, Puducherry

Scheme for: Family

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Social welfare & Empowerment

Sub-categories: Marriage, Financial assistance

Target beneficiaries: Individual, Family

Tags: Marriage, Financial Assistance, Labour, Construction, DBT

Details

The "Marriage Assistance" is a Welfare Scheme by the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, Union Territory of Puducherry. Through this scheme, financial assistance of ₹7,000/- is provided to the registered construction workers of the Board for the marriage of their children. The benefits can be availed for the marriage of up to two children of the worker. Interested and eligible applicants should apply within six months from the date of marriage. A female member is also eligible for this assistance for her own marriage. The amount of the financial assistance is credited to the bank account of the beneficiary through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

Benefits

  • Financial Assistance of ₹7,000/-. The benefits can be availed for the marriage of up to two children of the worker. A female worker can avail of this assistance for her own marriage

Financial Assistance of ₹7,000/-.
*The benefits can be availed for the marriage of up to two children of the worker.
*A female worker can avail of this assistance for her own marriage.

Eligibility

  • The applicant should be a citizen of India.
  • The applicant should be registered as a Construction Worker with the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
  • The applicant should have completed the age of 18 years.
  • The applicant should not have completed the age of 60 years during the preceding 12 months in the construction work.
  • The beneficiary should be contributing to the Board's Fund.
  • The applicant should not have defaulted in payment of contribution to the Board for a continuous period of more than one year.

Application Process

Offline

Registration

Step 1: The interested construction worker should visit the Office of the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (Industrial Estate, Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009) and obtain the prescribed format of the registration form free of cost from the concerned authority exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the registration form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required), add a declaration stating that you are a construction worker, mentioning your worksite.
Step 3: The interested construction worker should submit the duly filled and signed registration form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the registration form has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Step 5: Upon verification by the inspectors under the Act towards genuineness, the concerned worker will be enrolled as a beneficiary with the approval of the Secretary (Board).
*The beneficiary should pay the registration of ₹25/- at the time of enrollment and ₹100/- per year as an annual subscription.
*The Board collects ₹300/- as a renewal fee once in three years.

Application

Step 1: The interested construction worker should visit the Office of the Puducherry Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (Industrial Estate, Thattanchavady, Puducherry - 605 009) and obtain the prescribed format of the application form free of cost from the concerned authority exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
OR
The interested construction worker should take print of the prescribed format of the application form provided in the section "Application for Welfare Benefits" on Page No. 77 of the Citizen's Charter.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, paste the passport-sized photograph (signed across, if required), and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: The interested construction worker should submit the duly filled and signed application form and the documents to the concerned authority.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the concerned authority to whom the application form has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
NOTE: The application should be submitted within six months from the date of marriage.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Can an applicant update their personal details or make corrections after submitting the application?
Applicants should ensure accuracy while submitting the application. In case of any discrepancies, they may contact the concerned authority for guidance on making corrections or updates.
How does the scheme ensure that applicants are informed about the necessary documents required during the registration and application processes?
The official document at https://labour.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizens-charter-2020.pdf provides detailed information on the required documents for both registration and application processes.
Are there any specific guidelines or provisions for widowed or divorced construction workers applying for financial assistance?
The scheme does not explicitly mention provisions for widowed or divorced construction workers. They are all eligible to apply provided that they meet the eligibility criteria for the scheme.
Can a construction worker apply for financial assistance for the marriage of more than two children under the scheme?
No, financial assistance under the Marriage Assistance Scheme is limited to the marriage of up to two children of the registered construction worker.
How often does the Board collect the annual subscription fee, and what is the renewal process?
The Board collects an annual subscription fee of ₹100 per year. Additionally, a renewal fee of ₹300 is collected once in three years to maintain beneficiary status.
What measures are in place to verify the authenticity of an applicant's construction worker status during the registration process?
Inspectors under the Act verify the authenticity of an applicant's construction worker status, ensuring that genuine workers are enrolled as beneficiaries with the approval of the Secretary (Board).
Can a female construction worker avail financial assistance for her own marriage under the scheme?
Yes, a female construction worker is eligible to avail financial assistance of ₹7,000 for her own marriage under the Marriage Assistance Scheme.
What is the time frame within which an applicant must apply for financial assistance after the marriage ceremony?
Applicants should apply for financial assistance within six months from the date of marriage to be eligible for the Marriage Assistance Scheme.
Is there any financial obligation for construction workers during the enrollment process for the Marriage Assistance Scheme?
During enrollment, a beneficiary needs to pay a registration fee of ₹25 and an annual subscription fee of ₹100. Additionally, the Board collects ₹300 as a renewal fee once in three years.
What role does the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) play in the disbursement of financial assistance under the Marriage Assistance Scheme?
The financial assistance of ₹7,000 is credited directly to the bank account of the beneficiary through the Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) method.
Could you provide details about the grievance redressal mechanism for the Marriage Assistance Scheme?
Information regarding grievance redressal can be found on page 131 of the official document at https://labour.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizens-charter-2020.pdf.
What are the registration process and documents required for the Marriage Assistance Scheme?
For the registration process and required documents, refer to pages 57 and 58 of the official document at https://labour.py.gov.in/sites/default/files/citizens-charter-2020.pdf.

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