లేబర్ కార్డు ఉన్న వారికీ భారీ ప్రయోజనాలు ఇవే …!
In a major step to uplift the unorganized and construction workforce, the India Government, through the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board , is offering financial aid up to ₹2 lakh for labor card holders. This amount supports workers or their families in case of accidental death, natural death, or permanent disability.
What is the Labour Card?
The Labour Card is an identity and welfare document issued to workers in unorganized sectors like:
Masons, carpenters, electricians, plumbers, painters
Road workers, sanitation staff, daily wage laborers
Construction workers, agricultural laborers (in some cases)
It acts as proof of registration with and opens access to several state-run welfare benefits, including insurance, education support, pension, maternity aid, funeral assistance, and more.
₹2 Lakh Financial Assistance – Key Highlights
| Event | Assistance Amount |
|---|---|
| Accidental Death | ₹2,00,000 |
| Natural Death | ₹1,00,000 |
| Permanent Disability (Full) | ₹2,00,000 |
| Permanent Disability (Partial) | ₹1,50,000 |
| Emergency Medical Support | Up to ₹50,000 |
Payment Mode: Direct Bank Transfer (DBT)
Authority: india Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board
Eligibility Criteria
To claim the ₹2 lakh benefit, you must:
Be a resident of India
Hold a valid labor card
Be registered with for at least 1 year
Regularly contribute to the Labor Welfare Fund
The nominee/family member must apply in case of death or disability
Documents Required
For Labor Card Registration:
Aadhaar Card
Proof of Age (SSLC, birth certificate)
Address Proof (Voter ID, ration card)
Recent Passport-size Photo
roof of Employment (employer letter or self-declaration)Mobile number and bank details
For Claiming the ₹2 Lakh Benefit:
Labor Card copy
Death or Disability Certificate
FIR/Postmortem (in case of accident)
Aadhaar of nominee
Bank passbook of nominee
Proof of relationship with the deceased
How to Apply – Step-by-Step
1. Apply for Labor Card
Visit https://labour.gov.in/
Search for “Labor Card Application” under services
Fill the form, upload documents, and pay the fee (₹25–₹50)
2. Maintain Contributions
Renew labor card annually
Ensure regular deposits into the Welfare Fund
3. Claim ₹2 Lakh in Case of Death or Disability
Collect all supporting documents
Apply through:
- https://labour.gov.in/
Nearest Labor Office or Grama ward sachivalayam centers
Submit the benefit application
Wait for verification and DBT disbursement
Check Your Labor Card Status
Go to eshram Portal Official Website
Click on “Labor Card Status”
Enter your Aadhaar or labor card number to view validity, renewal date, and eligibility
Final Thoughts
The ₹2 lakh financial aid under the Labor Card scheme provides essential protection to workers and their families in times of crisis. If you or your family work in the unorganized sector, registering for a labor card is both urgent and rewarding. From education to health, the card opens doors to multiple benefits.
