Sanitary Napkin Scheme (UKBOCWWB)
The Sanitary Napkin Scheme in Uttarakhand provides sanitary napkins to women construction workers and their daughters.
Key facts
| Benefit | Sanitary napkins for eligible women and their daughters |
|---|---|
| Who | Women construction workers and their daughters |
| Implemented by | Uttarakhand Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board (UKBOCWWB) |
| Official portal | https://ukbocw.uk.gov.in/DynamicPages/LabourSchemeSearch.aspx |
| Validity | Initial registration valid for 3 years |
| Application window | Open all year for eligible construction workers. |
Benefits
Beneficiaries receive sanitary napkins for themselves and their daughters, promoting hygiene and health.
Who can apply
- Age 18–60
- Women / girls only
- For: construction worker
- Resident of Uttarakhand
- registered under UKBOCWWB
- active membership of Board
- not receiving same benefits under other schemes
Eligible applicants must be female construction workers aged between 18 and 60, residing in Uttarakhand, and registered with the UKBOCWWB. They should not be receiving similar benefits from other government schemes and must have worked as construction workers for at least 90 days in the previous year.
How to apply
Applications can be made online or in person at designated centers with the required documents.
- Visit the nearest Jan Seva Kendra or Shramik Suvidha Kendra for registration.
- Provide all necessary documents for online registration.
- Receive a Registration Number upon successful registration.
- To avail benefits, visit the nearest Shram Suvidha Kendra with relevant documents.
- Submit the application form and receive an Application Number for tracking.
- Track application status online at the official website.
Documents required
- Two Passport size photographs
- Proof of age
- Certificate of working as a construction worker for at least 90 days in the previous year
- Affidavit of construction worker attested by notary
- Voter ID card
- Ration card
- Self-declaration certificate
- Identity proof of Nominee i.e. Aadhaar Card
- Bank account details
- Self-attested copy of Registration ID Card of Worker/Labour Card
- Self-attested Copy of Aadhaar Card of worker
- Mobile Number
- Any other document as required
Common problems and how to fix them
| Problem | What to do |
|---|---|
| Application rejected | Ensure all required documents are submitted and eligibility criteria are met before reapplying. |
| Payment not received | Check the application status online and confirm that the application was successfully submitted. |
Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Women construction workers aged 18 to 60, registered with the UKBOCWWB, and not receiving similar benefits from other schemes are eligible.
What documents are required for registration?
Documents include proof of age, a certificate of construction work, voter ID, ration card, and others as specified by the scheme.
How long does it take to become eligible for benefits?
Beneficiaries become eligible for benefits three months after their registration with the UKBOCWWB.
Can beneficiaries receive benefits from other government schemes?
No, beneficiaries must not be receiving the same benefits from any other central or state government schemes.
Is there a fee for registration under the scheme?
Registration is free for the first three years, after which a nominal fee of ₹100 is required for renewal every three years.
How can one track the application status?
Applicants can track their application status online through the official UKBOCWWB website.
Always confirm the latest details on the official portal before applying.
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