About this health scheme
The Manipur Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board provides financial support for the treatment of serious illnesses such as Tuberculosis, Cancer, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, and more, for building workers and their family members.
The Manipur Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board launched a scheme "Medical Expenses for Treatment of Major Ailments of a Beneficiary". The scheme aims to provide financial support for the treatment of serious illnesses such as Tuberculosis, Cancer, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, and more, for building workers and their family members.
Major Ailment Cover:
- Tuberculosis (T.B.)
- Cancer.
- Heart Disease.
- Kidney Disease.
- Eye Disease.
- Leprosy.
- HIV Disease.
- Nerve Disease.
Benefits at a glance
| Scheme name | Medical Expenses for Treatment of Major Ailments of a Beneficiary (METMAB) |
|---|---|
| Launched by | Labour and Employment Department |
| Benefit type | Cash (money paid to your bank account) |
| Category | Health |
| Level / State | State · Manipur |
| Official portal | manipurbcwb.in |
Key facts
| Scheme for | Family |
|---|---|
| Application mode | Offline |
| Last date | Not given in the official listing |
| DBT (direct bank transfer) | No |
| Age | 5 to 60 years |
Who can apply (quick check)
- 👤All genders
- 🎂Age 5 to 60 years
- 💼Construction Worker
- 📝Offline
Quick check from official data. Full conditions are in the Eligibility section.
What you receive
Financial Assistance:
- Rs. 2,000/- per year for minor treatments.
- Up to Rs. 45,000/- (each operation) for major surgeries.
Who qualifies
- The construction worker should be registered under the Manipur Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board.
- The construction worker's family members (spouse and children) are eligible for financial assistance under this scheme.
- The construction worker or family members should suffer from T.B., Cancer, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Eye Disease, Leprosy, HIV Disease and Nerve Disease.
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Registration walkthrough
Offline
Step-1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the Manipur Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
OR
The interested applicant visits the official website and downloads the application form.
Step-2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step-3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the Labour Board Inspector
Step-4: Request a receipt or acknowledgement from the Labour Board Inspector to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for the scheme?
Registered building workers and their families (spouse and children) suffering from specific major illnesses are eligible.
What diseases are covered under this scheme?
The scheme covers TB, Cancer, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease, Eye Disease, Leprosy, HIV, and Nerve Disease.
Can family members of the worker avail of this scheme?
Yes, the worker’s spouse and children are eligible for medical assistance under the scheme.
Is there any limitation on the number of times assistance can be availed?
Minor treatment assistance is annual, but major surgeries are covered per operation.
Can retired workers avail of the scheme?
Only actively registered workers and their families can avail of this scheme.
Are private hospital treatments covered?
Treatment in both government and recognized private hospitals is eligible, provided proper documentation is submitted.
What documents are needed for the application?
A copy of the labour card, medical reports, and bank account details are required.
How can one apply for this scheme?
Applications can be submitted to the Manipur Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board with necessary documents.
What is the maximum financial assistance for major surgeries?
Up to Rs. 45,000 is provided for major surgeries like heart or kidney operations.
Is the assistance available annually?
Yes, Rs. 2,000 is available per year for minor treatments.
Submit your application yourself on the official portal; it costs nothing. Treat anyone demanding money to "get you approved" as a scam.
- Guidelines manipurbcwb.in
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The details on this page are from the official listing and have not been rewritten or reviewed by our team yet. Confirm them on the official portal before applying.
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