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Disability Benefit Who Met With an Accident at Worksite

The "Disability Benefit Who Met With an Accident at Worksite" was launched by the Tripura Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board, Labour Dept. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance to registered construction worker who suffer from disabilities due to accident at their worksite

Authority

State/ UT

Region

Tripura

Status

Verified 2026

Updated

March 2026

What you get

Temporary Disablement: | - Financial Assistance: 50% of the minimum wage rate for unskilled construction workers, as notified by the Labour Department, Govt. of Tripura.- Duration: Up to a maximum of 3 months, provided the worker is unable to work due to the accident. | Permanent Disablement: | - Financial Assistance: ₹3,000/- per month for workers with a disability exceeding 90%, leading to a complete loss of earning ability.- Duration: The benefit is provided until the worker reaches 60 years of age. After 60, the worker becomes eligible for a pension under the TBOCWW Board.

Who can apply

The applicant should be a registered construction worker at the time of the accident.; The disablement must have occurred due to an accident at the worksite.; Such disablement may be either temporary or permanent.; The worker must suffer a temporary loss of earning ability for at least one month due to the accident.; The worker must have a disability exceeding 90%, as certified by a competent authority, leading to a complete loss of earning ability.

Required Paperwork

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

Common Questions

Who is eligible for the Disability Benefit under this scheme?

A registered construction worker who suffers a disability due to an accident at a worksite is eligible for the Disability Benefit. The worker must have been registered at the time of the accident.

What types of disabilities are covered under this scheme?

The scheme covers both temporary and permanent disabilities caused by an accident at the worksite.

How soon after an accident should the injury be reported to the Labour Inspector?

The injury should be reported to the Labour Inspector as soon as practicable after the accident, either in writing or orally.

What is the role of the Medical Board in determining permanent disability?

The Medical Board determines the extent of the beneficiary's loss of earning capacity. They also issue disability certificates, which are used by the TBOCWW Board to decide on the benefit amount.

Is there a requirement to submit a Survival Certificate?

Yes, a Survival Certificate must be submitted as per the rules to continue receiving the permanent disability benefit.

Can the Disability Benefit application be rejected, and if so, on what grounds?

No application for the Disability Benefit shall be rejected without giving the applicant an opportunity to be heard.

How is the benefit payment made to the beneficiary?

The benefit payment is made directly to the bank account of the registered worker.

Who should be contacted for further assistance or questions about the Disability Benefit scheme?

For further assistance or questions, beneficiaries should contact the local Labour Inspector or the Labour Department of the area where they are registered.

What happens if the disability improves over time due to medical intervention?

If the disability improves over time, the Medical Board will review the situation again. The continuation of benefits will be based on this review.

How long can a worker receive the benefit for permanent disablement?

The permanent disability benefit is provided until the worker reaches 60 years of age. Afterward, the worker will automatically be eligible for a pension from the TBOCWW Board.