Distribution of Female Menstrual Hygiene Kit for the Construction Workers

Distribution of Female Menstrual Hygiene Kit for the Construction Workers is a welfare scheme run by the BOCW Welfare Board of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. This scheme supports registered female construction workers by giving them menstrual hygiene kits to improve personal health and cleanliness during their cycles. Registration for this support is open for eligible female workers through the official Board process.

Distribution of Female Menstrual Hygiene Kit for the Construction Workers is a dedicated scheme by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Department, U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. The main aim is to look after the health of registered female workers by providing menstrual hygiene kits and encouraging better hygiene practices during periods for the hardworking female construction workforce.

Distribution of Female Menstrual Hygiene Kit for the Construction Workers - Introduction

This scheme is part of the welfare support given by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board to its registered members. Female workers who are already registered with the Board can get a menstrual hygiene kit that helps them stay healthy and clean during their menstrual cycle. The kit is given in kind, which means the worker receives the actual kit rather than cash.

The Board is set up under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act, and it looks after the welfare of construction workers in the U.T. of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. Along with the hygiene kit, the Board also runs other welfare support such as maternity benefit, pension, medical help, and education support for workers and their families.

Key Information

Benefits

Under this scheme, a registered female worker receives a Menstrual Hygiene Kit that helps maintain health and sanitation during the menstrual cycle. The kit is given as an in kind benefit by the Board, so there is no cash payment involved.

This support helps female construction workers manage their periods in a clean and safe way, which in turn supports their overall health and allows them to keep working without added health problems.

Eligibility

To get the benefit, a female worker must first be a registered member of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board. The registration rules of the Board decide who can apply, and the same rules apply for this hygiene kit scheme.

Registration as a Building or Construction Worker

• Should be a resident of the U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
• Should be actively engaged as a building or construction worker.
• Should be between the age of 18 and 60 years.
• Should have worked in the construction sector for at least 90 days in the preceding year.

Application for this Welfare Scheme

• Should be a female worker.
• Should hold a valid registration with the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.

Application Process

The process is offline and is done through the officer authorized by the Board. A worker first needs to complete the registration as a construction worker, and then apply for the hygiene kit benefit.

Offline Application Steps

STEP 1 - Complete the prescribed registration form for construction worker registration and attach the required documents along with a nominal fee of not more than ₹50. Submit the completed application to the officer authorized by the Board.

STEP 2 - Once registered as a member, collect the specific application form for the hygiene kit from the authorized officer of the Board.

STEP 3 - Fill out the form, attach all required self-attested documents, and submit it to the Member Secretary (BOCWWB) to receive the benefit kit.

Helpdesk Details:

BOCW Department Email: labour-dnh@nic.in

Phone Number: 0260-2642374

Office Address: Old Circuit House Building, Opposite Bal Bhawan, Silvassa, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Pin: 396230

Documents

The documents needed depend on whether a worker is registering for the first time or applying for the scheme after registration. The list below covers both stages.

Required for Construction Worker Registration

• Recent photographs of the worker.
• Attested copy of proof of age.
• Attested copy of address proof.
• Full details of the establishment where the worker is currently working.
• Proof of registration fee payment.

Required for Scheme Application

For the scheme application, a copy of the valid applicant ID proof is required along with the filled application form.

References

Official BOCW Welfare Schemes Page

Department of Labour and Employment, DNH and DD

FAQ's

What is the age requirement for registration as a beneficiary?

A worker must be between 18 and 60 years of age to be eligible for Board registration.

Is there a minimum service period required to be eligible?

Yes, a worker must have worked as a construction worker for at least 90 days in the previous 12 months.

Who is eligible to apply for this hygiene kit?

Any female worker who is already registered with the BOCW Welfare Board of the U.T. Administration of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu can apply.

Who handles the registration process?

The officer authorized by the Board manages the registration process under the Act.

How much is the registration fee?

The registration fee is capped at a maximum of ₹50.

Where can I find the application form?

The official application form can be collected directly from the officer authorized by the Board.

Where should I submit my completed application?

The completed application form should be submitted to the Member Secretary of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (BOCWWB).

What assistance will I receive?

The Board will provide a Menstrual Hygiene Kit to support personal health needs.