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

Launched in 2014, the "Funeral and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme for Unregistered Laborers" is a welfare scheme by the M.P. Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Government of Madhya Pradesh, providing funeral assistance and ex-gratia payments in case of death or permanent disability.

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Madhya Pradesh

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

- Funeral Assistance: ₹3,000 payable in case of death of a construction laborer.1. Grace Amount: | - Death due to an accident during construction work: ₹4,00,000/-. | - Permanent disability due to an accident during construction work: ₹2,00,000/-.

Who can apply

The deceased construction worker should have been registered with the Madhya Pradesh Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (MPBOCWWB).; The deceased construction worker should have held an active regular membership.; The only person who is a legal heir/dependent family member of the deceased registered worker is eligible to apply under the scheme.; The deceased worker should have valid identity card.

Required Paperwork

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Income Certificate
  • Residence Proof (Domicile)

Common Questions

What is the funeral assistance amount?

[?]3,000 is provided as funeral assistance in case of death.

What is the "Burial and Ex-gratia Payment Scheme"?

It is a welfare scheme providing funeral assistance and ex-gratia payments to unregistered laborers who die or become permanently disabled during construction work.

When was the scheme launched?

The scheme was launched in 2014.

Who is eligible for the scheme?

Unregistered construction laborers in the unorganized sector who are not holders of a valid identity card under MPBOCWWB.

How much is the ex-gratia payment for death due to an accident?

[?]4 lakh is provided for death due to an accident during construction work.

How much is the ex-gratia payment for permanent disability?

[?]2 lakh is provided for permanent disability due to an accident during construction work.

Can unregistered workers apply for the scheme?

Yes, unregistered workers can apply if they meet the criteria of the scheme.

What documents are required to apply?

A death certificate or disability certificate, along with proof of work at the construction site.

What type of accidents are covered under the scheme?

The scheme covers accidents that occur during construction work.

Can the family of the deceased worker apply for the scheme?

Yes, the legal heir or dependent family member can apply.