Fare for Visiting Home Town (HBOCWWB) is a state-level scheme run by the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board to help registered construction workers travel back to their home town. Under the scheme, a registered worker and up to four family members can get the travel fare covered once a year, so they can stay connected with their roots without worrying about ticket costs.
The scheme is still in place in 2026 for construction workers registered with the board in Haryana. Workers who have been regular members for at least two years can apply online through the Antyodaya-SARAL portal and claim the fare for one home town visit every year.
Fare for Visiting Home Town (HBOCWWB) - Introduction
Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (HBOCWWB) operates this scheme under the Labour Department of the Haryana Government. The board pays the travel amount based on the rates fixed for Haryana Roadways ordinary fare or the actual 2nd Class railway fare, depending on the mode of travel chosen by the worker.
For example, a construction worker who travels to the home town with a family of four by train gets the ticket cost covered by the board as per these rates. The benefit can be used only once in a year, and the total family size should not exceed five members including the registered worker.
Key Information
Quick details about the scheme are given below.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Fare for Visiting Home Town (HBOCWWB) |
| Level | State |
| Beneficiary States | Haryana |
| Category | Social Welfare & Empowerment, Travel & Tourism |
| Target Beneficiaries | Family, Individual |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Main Department | Labour Department |
| Implementing Agency | Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board |
| Application Mode | Online through Antyodaya-SARAL portal |
| Official Website | registration.hrylabour.gov.in, saralharyana.gov.in |
Benefits
The main benefit of the scheme is a free travel facility for the worker and family once a year. The board pays the fare at the rate prescribed for Haryana Roadways ordinary travel or the actual 2nd Class railway fare.
- Free travel to the home town once a year for a family of up to five members, including the registered worker.
- Fare amount is paid based on Haryana Roadways ordinary fare or actual 2nd Class railway fare, whichever fits the travel mode.
- The claim is processed after submitting the travel proof and undertaking, so keep original tickets safe.
Eligibility
Workers need to meet these conditions to get the benefit:
- Must be engaged in building or construction work in Haryana.
- Must hold a valid registration with the Haryana Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- Must have at least two years of continuous, regular membership with the board.
- Membership must be active at the time of applying.
- Family size for the travel benefit should be up to five members including the registered worker.
Application Process
Application is done online in two parts. First, the worker should complete HBOCWWB registration if not registered yet, and then apply for the travel scheme on the Antyodaya-SARAL portal. For extra help, see the detailed guide on the Antyodaya-SARAL Haryana portal.
Online Registration for Workers
STEP 1 - Visit the HBOCWWB worker registration portal and open the Building & Ors Const. Workers Welfare Board section.
STEP 2 - Read the instructions, accept the terms, and verify the family details using the Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID). A worker who does not have the Family ID can first get it from the Parivar Pehchan Patra portal.
STEP 3 - Complete Aadhaar-based authentication and fill the registration form with personal details.
STEP 4 - Submit the form, pay the registration fee, and upload proof of at least 90 days of work experience from the preceding year.
STEP 5 - Wait for the work experience to be approved by the officer. Only after approval can the worker apply for scheme benefits.
Applying for the Fare Benefit
STEP 1 - Go to the Antyodaya-SARAL portal and sign in. New users should register first with name, email ID, mobile number and password.
STEP 2 - Open the Scheme/Services list and search for the Fare for Visiting Home Town scheme.
STEP 3 - Fill the online application form with the travel details and attach the required documents.
STEP 4 - Submit the form and keep the acknowledgement for future reference.
Documents
Keep these documents ready for registration and for the travel fare claim:
- Identity proofs such as Aadhaar Card or Voter ID, and recent passport-size photographs.
- Parivar Pehchan Patra (Family ID) and proof of residence such as Ration Card.
- Certified document confirming 90 days of work experience in the preceding year.
- Bank account details for receiving the fare amount, along with caste certificate and disability certificate if applicable.
- Original travel tickets and a signed undertaking for the scheme.
References
HBOCWWB Worker Registration Portal | Scheme Details | Online Application Portal | Undertaking Form
FAQ's
What is Fare for Visiting Home Town (HBOCWWB)?
It is a welfare scheme of the Haryana Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board that helps registered workers and their families visit the home town once a year by covering the travel fare.
How many family members can travel under this scheme?
Up to five members can travel together, including the registered construction worker.
How is the fare amount calculated?
The board covers the amount based on the Haryana Roadways ordinary fare or the actual 2nd Class railway fare, depending on the mode of travel.
Who is eligible for the fare benefit?
Construction workers registered with the board for at least two years with an active membership can apply.
How to apply for the scheme?
Workers should register on the HBOCWWB worker registration portal and then apply for the fare scheme on the Antyodaya-SARAL portal.
Can inactive members apply?
No. Only active members with at least two years of regular membership can get the benefit.
How often can the benefit be used?
The travel fare benefit can be used once every year.