West Bengal Migrant Workers’ Welfare Scheme: Cremation
✓ Information verified — April 2026This scheme provides financial assistance to the family members of migrant workers who die, to help cover cremation expenses. It is run by the West Bengal Migrant Workers' Welfare Board under the Labour Department, Government of West Bengal. The scheme aims to provide social protection and financial relief to nominated family members during their time of loss.
What You Get
- One-time financial assistance for cremation expenses
- Payment made directly to the nominee of the deceased worker
- Reduces financial burden on migrant worker families during emergencies
Who Can Apply
- Age: 18–60 years
- Residence: West Bengal residents only
- Deceased must have been a registered migrant worker in West Bengal
- Nominee must be a family member of the deceased worker
- Worker must have been covered under the migrant workers' welfare scheme at the time of death
Documents Needed
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- 1. Death Certificate
- 2. Aadhaar Card of Nominee
- 3. Bank Passbook of Nominee
- 4. Proof of Relationship
- 5. Registration Certificate of Worker
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts
- Scheme Level
- West Bengal
- Category
- Social Welfare
- Target Gender
- All genders
- Age Group
- 18–60 years
- Application
- Check portal
- Last Updated
- 26 Apr 2026
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