AI SummaryShramik Annapurna Yojana (GBOCWWB) is a Gujarat state welfare scheme that gives registered construction workers and their families healthy, nutritious meals at just ₹5 per meal. Meals are served at the workplace or at designated Kadianaka centers, so daily wage earners can get proper food without spending much.
Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker Welfare Board started this scheme under the Labour, Skill Development and Employment Department of the Government of Gujarat. The service is still available for registered workers in the 2026-27 period, and the meal price has stayed at the same low level since the scheme began.
Shramik Annapurna Yojana (GBOCWWB) - Introduction
The full form of GBOCWWB is Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker Welfare Board. The scheme gives food support in kind, which means eligible workers receive meals directly instead of cash. Each registered worker can claim one meal at ₹5 for himself as well as for his family members.
Daily wage masons, carpenters, helpers and other construction workers often skip meals to save money. Shramik Annapurna Yojana reduces this burden by making a full meal affordable at construction sites and Kadianaka locations. The board pays the remaining cost of the meal so that the worker pays only ₹5.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Shramik Annapurna Yojana (GBOCWWB) |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary States | Gujarat |
| Category | Social welfare and Empowerment |
| Eligible People | Family, Individual |
| Sub Category | Food Security |
| Benefit Type | In Kind |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Main Department | Labour and Employment Department, Government of Gujarat |
| Implementing Department | Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker Welfare Board |
| Meal Cost | ₹5 per meal |
Benefits
Under Shramik Annapurna Yojana (GBOCWWB), a registered construction worker gets a wholesome meal at only ₹5. The same benefit is available for family members of the registered worker.
The meal is served at the workplace or at designated Kadianaka dining centers, which means workers do not have to travel far. This saves both time and money and helps workers stay healthy while working.
Eligibility
Only construction workers registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker Welfare Board can use this scheme. Family members of a registered worker are also covered.
Workers who are not registered with the board cannot use the scheme. So the first step is to complete registration through the board before visiting the meal center.
Application Process
There is no separate application form for Shramik Annapurna Yojana. The benefit works through the worker's existing registration with the board.
STEP 1 - Visit the meal center set up at your workplace or the nearest Kadianaka center. Carry your e-Nirman Card or any valid identity proof to claim the meal at ₹5.
STEP 2 - If you are not yet registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker Welfare Board, complete your registration first, because only registered workers and their families can get this benefit.
STEP 3 - Register through the e-Nirman mobile application or the official e-Nirman website at https://enirmanbocw.gujarat.gov.in/, or visit any of these service centers:
- State Common Service Center (CSC): CSC staff help with online registration and form filling at the nearest center.
- E-Village Centers: these centers provide registration support in rural areas.
- Dhanvantari Arogya Rath: mobile health-cum-service vans that also help workers with registration.
- E-Shram Seva Kendras: dedicated centres for worker registration and related services.
Documents
A valid e-Nirman Card confirms your registration with the board. Keep the physical card or a digital copy on your phone while visiting the meal center.
References
e-Nirman Portal - Official Registration Website
Sanman Portal - Gujarat Labour Welfare Schemes
CMO Gujarat - Shramik Annapurna Yojana Details
FAQ's
Who implements Shramik Annapurna Yojana?
Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker Welfare Board implements the scheme under the Labour, Skill Development and Employment Department of the Government of Gujarat.
What are the benefits of the scheme?
Registered construction workers and their family members get healthy, nutritious meals at a concessional rate of ₹5 per meal.
Who is eligible to get benefits under this scheme?
Construction workers registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker Welfare Board, along with their family members, are eligible.
How can I get benefits under the scheme?
Visit the designated meal centers at your workplace or at Kadianaka with your e-Nirman Card and get the meal for ₹5.
What documents are required to get benefits under the scheme?
You need a valid e-Nirman Card as proof of registration with the board.
Can my family members get benefits too?
Yes, family members of registered construction workers are also eligible for the subsidized meals.