Sarkari Yojana

Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site

Madhya Pradesh
Quick Summary: Madhya Pradesh's Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme gives registered construction workers' families ₹3,000 funeral assistance, plus ₹4,00,000 for accidental death or ₹2,00,000 for permanent disability suffered on a construction site. Legal heirs can apply offline through local authorities or online via the MPBOCWWB Shram Seva Portal.

About Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site

Launched in 2014 by the M.P. Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Government of Madhya Pradesh, the “Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site” offers funeral assistance of ₹3,000 and ex-gratia payments when an unregistered construction laborer dies or suffers permanent disability on site. It targets unorganized-sector construction workers who are not registered with the Board and lack a valid identity card.

Scheme Overview

Government Level

State Government

Eligible Entity

Individual

Scheme Details

Eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site, applicants must satisfy the following conditions:

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The deceased construction worker must have been registered…

The deceased construction worker must have been registered with the Madhya Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MPBOCWWB).

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The deceased construction worker must have held active,…

The deceased construction worker must have held active, regular membership.

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Only the legal heir/dependent family member of the…

Only the legal heir/dependent family member of the deceased registered worker may apply under the scheme.

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The deceased worker must have held a valid…

The deceased worker must have held a valid identity card.

Applicants must meet all of the above conditions to be considered eligible for this scheme.
Benefits

Benefits Provided

Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site provides the following benefits to eligible applicants:

1. Funeral Assistance: ₹3,000 payable on the death of a construction laborer.1. Grace Amount:

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Death due to a construction-work accident

Death due to a construction-work accident: ₹4,00,000/-.

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Permanent disability due to a construction-work accident

Permanent disability due to a construction-work accident: ₹2,00,000/-.

Benefit amounts and conditions may vary by category — refer to the official scheme guidelines for exact figures applicable to your case.
Documents Required

Documents Required

Applicants should keep the following documents ready before starting the application:

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Aadhaar card of the applicant (nominee or legal…

Aadhaar card of the applicant (nominee or legal heir)

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A passport-size photograph

A passport-size photograph

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Proof of residential address

Proof of residential address

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Ration card

Ration card

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Details of the applicant's bank account

Details of the applicant's bank account

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The worker's death certificate

The worker's death certificate

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The worker's valid registration certificate

The worker's valid registration certificate

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Certificate identifying the nominee or legal heir

Certificate identifying the nominee or legal heir

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A copy of the FIR and Panchnama

A copy of the FIR and Panchnama.

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The post-mortem report from the place of death

The post-mortem report from the place of death.

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A disability certificate issued by the District Medical…

A disability certificate issued by the District Medical Board, in cases of permanent disability.

Ensure all documents are valid and, where required, duly attested before submitting your application.

How to Apply

Offline Application

Applicants can apply for Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site through the offline application process outlined below.

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During office hours, the applicant needs to approach…

During office hours, the applicant needs to approach the Chief Executive Officer, District Panchayat and Commissioner/Chief Municipal Officer Municipal Body, and ask for a hard copy of the application form in the prescribed format.

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Fill out every mandatory field on the form,…

Fill out every mandatory field on the form, affix a passport-sized photograph (signing across it if instructed), and enclose copies of all required documents (self-attested, if required).

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Hand in the completed and signed form together…

Hand in the completed and signed form together with the supporting documents to the authority, within any prescribed deadline (if there is one).

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Ask the concerned authority for a receipt or…

Ask the concerned authority for a receipt or acknowledgement of submission, making sure it records key details like the submission date, time, and a unique identification number (if one is issued). NOTE 1: Applications must be filed within the applicable deadline, wherever one is prescribed. NOTE 2: Submission must occur within 6 months from the date of the accident or death. Designated Officer for Approval - For rural areas - Chief Executive Officer, District Panchayat For urban areas - Commissioner/Chief Municipal Officer, Municipal Corporation

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Online Application

Applicants can apply for Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme in Case of Death of Unregistered Laborer During Work at Construction Site through the online application process outlined below.

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Visit the official website

Visit the official website. of the Shram Seva Portal (MPBOCWWB).

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From the homepage, locate and select Planning Application,…

From the homepage, locate and select Planning Application, where registered workers can apply for scheme benefits.

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Input your Labor Registration Number (Portal Code) along…

Input your Labor Registration Number (Portal Code) along with the code shown in the image, then select View Details.

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Select the specific scheme you want to apply…

Select the specific scheme you want to apply for to receive its benefits.

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Fill in the necessary details and upload the…

Fill in the necessary details and upload the required supporting documents when prompted.

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Click Submit Application to finish the process

Click Submit Application to finish the process.

Ensure all required documents are ready before starting the application process.

Official Application & Website

Verify the latest eligibility, dates and instructions before applying.

Official Sources & References