About this social welfare scheme
Through "Interim Relief to the Beneficiaries Affected by Disaster (GBOCWWB)" , the beneficiaries of the Board who are affected by disasters, catastrophes or natural calamities are extended immediate relief of up to Rs. 10,00,000/-. This shall include cash payment to beneficiaries of the affected area.
"Interim Relief to the Beneficiaries Affected by Disaster (GBOCWWB)" is a Welfare Scheme by the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board of the Department of Labour and Employment, Goa. Through this scheme, the beneficiaries of the Board who are affected by disasters, catastrophes or natural calamities are extended immediate relief of up to Rs. 10,00,000/-. This shall include cash payment to beneficiaries of the affected area and expenditure towards all the facilities and benefits granted to such beneficiaries.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Interim Relief to the Beneficiaries Affected by Disaster (GBOCWWB) (IRBAD-GBOCWWB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour and Employment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Social welfare |
| Level / State | State · Goa |
| Official portal | goa.gov.in (link at the end of this page) |
Key facts
| Implementing agency | Goa Building And Other Construction Workers Welfare Board |
|---|---|
| Scheme for | Individual |
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Ongoing (no last date notified) |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 18 to 60 years
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
An immediate relief of up to Rs. 10,00,000/-.
*The committee shall decide about the modalities regarding disbursement of such relief, quantum and procedure to be followed for such disbursement.
Who qualifies
- The applicant should be a beneficiary of a scheme of the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board.
- The applicant should be affected by disaster/catastrophe/natural calamity.
Papers to keep ready
Beneficiary Card, issued by the Board.
Registration walkthrough
Offline
The committee shall decide about the modalities regarding disbursement of such relief, quantum and procedure to be followed for such disbursement.
Frequently asked questions
Who oversees the operations of the Goa Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board?
The Labour Commissioner of Goa serves as both the Member Secretary and the Chief Executive Officer of the GBOCWWB.
How can one apply for registration of establishments employing building workers in Goa?
Employers can apply for registration through the Labour Department's online portal by filling out Form-1 and paying the applicable fee based on the number of workers proposed to be employed.
What is the age-related eligibility criteria for registration under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act in Goa?
The age of the worker should be between 18 to 60 years of age in order to be eligible for registration.
What is the eligibility criteria regarding the service period for registration under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act in Goa?
The worker should have completed 90 days of service in the year in order to be eligible for registration.
Can a worker who is also a member of some other fund register under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act in Goa?
No, a worker who is also a member of some other fund is not eligible to register under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act in Goa.
How long is the validity of the registration certificate issued under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act in Goa?
The registration certificate issued is valid until the contract is in force and is not renewable or transferable.
Who are the registering officers responsible for processing applications under the Building and Other Construction Workers Act in Goa?
The Deputy Labour Commissioners for North and South districts have been designated as registering officers under the Act.
How can citizens register their grievances with the Public Grievance Department in Goa?
Citizens can convey their grievances by registering on the official website (goaonline.gov.in), completing the grievance details, attaching supporting documents if any, and submitting the application. They should note the acknowledgement number for tracking the status.
What subjects/topics are not considered as grievances by the Public Grievance Department in Goa?
Subjects such as RTI matters, judicial matters, religious matters, suggestions to the government, and grievances of government employees concerning their service matters are not treated as grievances.
Who serves as the First Appellate Authority for matters related to the Labour Department in Goa?
The Commissioner of Labour & Employment acts as the First Appellate Authority for matters related to the Labour Department in Goa. Citizens can contact the First Appellate Authority, at Shramshakti Bhavan, Patto Plaza, Panaji, Goa, or through the provided contact details.
What is the fee structure for registration of establishments employing building workers in Goa?
The fee varies based on the number of workers proposed to be employed, ranging from Rs. 500 for up to 50 workers to Rs. 5,000 for exceeding 400 workers.
What are the responsibilities of the Deputy Labour Commissioner (Registering Authority) regarding the approval of registration applications?
The Deputy Labour Commissioner scrutinizes the applications and, if satisfied with the submitted documents, approves them. Upon approval, a registration certificate is issued.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Citizen's Charter www.goa.gov.in (PDF)
- Application Form labour.goa.gov.in (PDF)
- Contact Us www.goa.gov.in
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