The “Hostel Assistance Scheme for Children of Migrant Construction Workers” is implemented by the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board (GBOCWWB), Labour, Skill Development & Employment Department, Government of Gujarat. Under the scheme, hostel facilities for free accommodation and meals shall be provided to the children of migrant construction workers in primary school. The objective of the scheme is to provide primary, secondary and higher education to the children of migrant construction workers.

Benefits

Under the scheme, children of migrant construction workers should be provided free accommodation in primary school.

Eligibility

• The children of registered construction workers who are studying in the government primary and secondary schools of the district can avail the benefits under the scheme.
• The construction workers should be registered with the Gujarat Building and Other Construction Worker’s Welfare Board.

Application Process

Offline

To avail of the benefits under the scheme, the applicants need to visit the nearest office of the District Development Officer.

Documents Required

• E-Nirman Card
• Child’s Aadhaar Card
• Any other documents as required