AI SummaryDisability Relief - Telangana offers financial support to registered building and construction workers who suffer total or partial permanent disability because of an accident. Telangana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board runs this scheme to help workers deal with the money problems that follow a serious injury.
Under this scheme, a worker with total permanent disability gets ₹5,00,000, while partial permanent disability brings up to ₹4,00,000. The approved amount is credited directly to the worker's bank account.
Disability Relief - Telangana - Introduction
Disability Relief - Telangana works as a support system for registered construction workers in the state. When a worker faces a life-changing injury at the worksite or anywhere else, this scheme steps in with direct cash help. For example, if a worker named Raju suffers a permanent injury after a worksite accident, the scheme helps him cover immediate treatment costs and gives him relief during recovery.
This scheme reduces the financial strain that sudden disabilities create. By providing this support, the government makes sure hardworking people are not left alone when they need treatment and money help the most. The relief amount is decided based on the severity of the disability as per the Employees' Compensation Act, 1923.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Disability Relief - Telangana |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary State | Telangana |
| Category | Social welfare and Empowerment |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| Main Department | Labour, Employment Training and Factories Department |
| Open Date | 18 May 2015 |
Benefits
This scheme gives registered construction workers strong financial protection through the following relief amounts:
| Disability Type | Relief Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Permanent Disability | ₹5,00,000 |
| Partial Permanent Disability | Up to ₹4,00,000 |
Eligibility
To get benefit under this scheme, a worker needs to meet these conditions:
- The worker must be registered with Telangana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The disability must have come from an accident, whether at the worksite or somewhere else.
- The disability can be total or partial permanent disability to qualify for support.
Application Process
Offline Application Process
STEP 1 - Visit the official website and open the Downloads section.
STEP 2 - Download the official application form for this scheme.
STEP 3 - Fill in all required details correctly and attach the documents, self-attesting copies where needed.
STEP 4 - Submit the completed and signed form along with all supporting documents to the local Assistant Labour Officer.
STEP 5 - Ask for a formal receipt or acknowledgment that shows the submission date and a tracking number for future reference.
Documents
Keep these documents ready before applying:
- Passport-size photograph
- Aadhaar Card
- Attested copy of the Registration Card under the BOCW Act
- Renewal challan copy
- Attested copy of the Disability Certificate issued by a competent authority
- FIR copy if the accident was reported to the police
- Advance stamped receipt
- Attested copy of the first page of the Bank Passbook
References
Welfare Schemes by Telangana BOCWWB
FAQ's
Who is eligible for Disability Relief - Telangana?
Any registered building and construction worker who has suffered total or partial permanent disability due to an accident can apply.
What is the amount for total permanent disability?
Eligible workers receive a relief amount of ₹5,00,000 for total permanent disability.
What is the amount for partial permanent disability?
The scheme provides relief of up to ₹4,00,000 for partial permanent disability cases.
Are accidents outside the workplace covered?
Yes, the scheme covers accidents regardless of whether they happened at the workplace or elsewhere.
Does this relief count as extra support?
Yes, this financial aid is given in addition to any other compensation the worker may be legally entitled to.
Can I apply if my accident happened before May 2016?
The enhanced relief amount applies to accidents that occurred on or after May 1, 2016.
Where should I submit my application?
Applications should be submitted directly to the local Assistant Labour Officer.
How will I receive the funds?
Once approved, the sanctioned amount is credited directly to the worker's bank account.