Notification-on-various-welfare-schemes-and-benefits-to-the-beneficiaries-under-delhi-bocw-board

This notification from the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi, dated 20th October, 2023, outlines the requirement for Aadhaar, a unique identification number, for individuals desiring to avail benefits under various welfare schemes implemented by the Delhi Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (DBOCWW Board). Here are the key points of the notification:

1. Purpose of Aadhaar: The use of Aadhaar as an identity document is encouraged for the delivery of government services, benefits, and subsidies. It is seen as a way to enhance transparency and efficiency in the distribution of welfare benefits.
2. Welfare Schemes: The DBOCWW Board implements several welfare schemes, including maternity benefits, financial assistance in case of miscarriage, pension benefits, housing advances, disability pensions, educational assistance, marriage assistance, and more.
3. Funding: The benefits provided under these schemes are financed through the Cess Fund of the DBOCWW Board, National Capital Territory of Delhi.
4. Aadhaar Requirement: To avail the benefits under these schemes, individuals must provide proof of possession of an Aadhaar number or undergo Aadhaar authentication.
5. Aadhaar Enrollment: Individuals without an Aadhaar number must apply for Aadhaar enrollment if they are entitled to obtain one. Enrollment can be done at Aadhaar enrollment centers.
6. Consent for Data Sharing: Those providing their Aadhaar number or undergoing Aadhaar authentication consent to the use of their Aadhaar information to verify their eligibility for the scheme. They also allow the sharing of information with relevant government departments and agencies.
7. Benefit Transfer: The benefits will be transferred to the beneficiary’s account maintained by the implementing agency through the Cess Fund.
8. Aadhaar Enrollment Facilities: The DBOCWW Board is required to offer Aadhaar enrollment facilities for beneficiaries who are not yet enrolled for Aadhaar, and they should make these facilities available at convenient locations.
9. Documents for Eligibility: Until Aadhaar is assigned to an individual, benefits can be given based on specific documents, such as the Aadhaar Enrolment identity document slip and other recognized identity documents.
10. Publicity: The implementing agency will conduct widespread publicity through media to inform beneficiaries about the Aadhaar requirement.
11. Exception Handling: If Aadhaar authentication fails due to poor biometrics or other reasons, alternative methods like face authentication or One Time Password (OTP) will be adopted.
12. Effective Date: The notification comes into force from the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.
13. Exception Handling Mechanism: An exception handling mechanism is outlined to ensure that no bona fide beneficiary is deprived of their benefits

This notification essentially mandates the use of Aadhaar for accessing various welfare benefits and outlines the procedures to handle exceptions and ensure that eligible beneficiaries are not denied their entitlements.

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