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West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Assistance for Purchase of Spectacles

This scheme provides financial assistance to eligible beneficiaries every 5 years to support the purchase of spectacles, ensuring better eye health and vision.

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About This Scheme

The "West Bengal Transport Workers’ Social Security Scheme: Assistance for Purchase of Spectacles," introduced by the Labour Department of West Bengal, aims to improve eye health by providing a financial benefit of ₹500/- for purchasing spectacles. Beneficiaries can claim this assistance once every five years by submitting a valid prescription and proof of purchase.

Benefits

₹500

Financial Assistance: ₹500/- for purchasing spectacle.

Required Documents

  • > For New Registration:
  • Certification by Prescribed Authority in the Prescribed format,
  • Passport Size Photo (self and for each dependent member).
  • Age Proof Document.
  • Driving Licence in case of Drivers.
  • EPIC/ AADHAR Card.
  • > For the Application of the Welfare Scheme:
  • Medical Prescription.
  • Proof of purchase of spectacles.

✦ Required ◦ Optional

How to Apply

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Quick Info

Level
Central Government
Max benefit
₹500