AI SummaryFinancial assistance for Marriage for the Construction Worker is a welfare scheme of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department of the U.T. Administration of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. It gives direct cash support to registered construction workers for their own marriage or the marriage of up to two children, so families do not have to carry the full wedding cost alone.
The scheme is open for registered building and construction workers in the Union Territory. A worker who has been a registered member of the Board for at least six months can apply in the prescribed Form-VIII to the Member Secretary. The Board currently sanctions between ₹35,000 and ₹51,000 depending on the category of the applicant.
Financial assistance for Marriage for the Construction Worker
This welfare scheme is managed by the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board under the Labour Department of the U.T. Administration of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. It gives monetary support for the marriage of a registered worker or for the marriage of the worker's children.
If you are a registered construction worker in this region, you can get this benefit. The scheme covers your own marriage and the marriage of up to two of your children. It acts as a helping hand for families working in the construction sector and makes the financial load lighter during wedding celebrations.
Key Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Financial assistance for Marriage for the Construction Worker |
| Level | State |
| Scheme For | Individual |
| Beneficiary States | Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu |
| Category | Social welfare & Empowerment |
| Sub Category | Marriage |
| Benefit Type | Cash |
| DBT Scheme | No |
| Nodal Department | Labour & Employment Department |
Benefits
The Board sanctions the following financial support to eligible registered construction workers:
| Category | Assistance Amount |
|---|---|
| Marriage of female registered member | ₹51,000 |
| Marriage of male registered member | ₹35,000 |
| Marriage of daughter of registered member | ₹51,000 |
| Marriage of son of registered member | ₹35,000 |
Eligibility
For Registration as a Building or Construction Worker
To register as a building or construction worker, you need to meet the basic conditions set by the Board:
- You should be a resident of the U.T. Administration of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
- You should be actively working as a building or construction worker.
- Your age should be between 18 and 60 years.
- You should have worked as a construction worker for at least 90 days during the preceding year.
For Applying to this Welfare Scheme
You should hold a valid registration with the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board for at least six months. Alternatively, if you are one of the first two children of a registered member, you are also eligible to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Registration Process
STEP 1 - Submit your registration application in the prescribed form along with the required documents and a fee not exceeding ₹50 to the authorized officer appointed by the Board.
Scheme Application Process
STEP 1 - Complete the application in the prescribed Form-VIII as given on the official marriage assistance page of the Board.
STEP 2 - Gather all mandatory documents including self-attested copies if required.
STEP 3 - Submit your application to the Member Secretary of the BOCWWB.
Check Beneficiary Status - Visit the official marriage assistance page and enter your BOCW Registration Number in the search box to track your status.
Helpdesk
Department: BOCW Department
Email: labour-dnh@nic.in
Phone: 0260-2642374
Address: Old Circuit House Building, Opposite Bal Bhawan, Silvassa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Pin: 396230
Documents
Documents for Registration
Keep these documents ready when you apply for registration as a building or construction worker:
- Recent photographs.
- Attested proof of age.
- Attested proof of address.
- Documentation of the establishment where you are currently employed.
- Receipt of registration fee payment.
Documents for Scheme Application
For the marriage assistance application, you need to submit the following:
- Aadhaar Card.
- Copy of the marriage certificate.
- Your bank account details.
References
Official Marriage Assistance Page
Department of Labour and Employment Portal
FAQ's
What is the age requirement for registration?
You must be between 18 and 60 years old to register.
Is there a minimum work requirement?
Yes, you must show proof of at least 90 days of work as a construction worker in the last 12 months.
Who is eligible to apply for this marriage aid?
Any registered worker of the Board can apply for this scheme for their own marriage or the marriage of their first two children.
Where do I submit my application?
Please submit your application to the Member Secretary of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
What is the application fee?
The registration fee is a nominal amount of ₹50.
Which form should I use?
You should use the prescribed Form-VIII for this application.
How much is the assistance for a female registered worker?
The assistance amount for a female registered member is ₹51,000.
How much is the assistance for a male registered worker?
The assistance amount for a male registered member is ₹35,000.