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Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers)

Fresh hot nutritious meals (roti, sabzi, dal, rice, sweet) served at ₹5 at Kadia Naka construction worker pickup points in Gujarat.

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Official Nodal Portal:bocwwb.gujarat.gov.in

Quick Eligibility Snapshot

👤 Age 18–70 yrs💰 Income ≤ ₹2,00,000⚖ All genders🏛 All categories📍 Gujarat
Government Levelstate Government
Administering BodyDepartment of Social Welfare, Government of Gujarat
Beneficiary Sector
Applicable Jurisdiction

₹Benefits & Entitlement Breakdown

Provides hot, hygienic, calorie-rich cooked meals (containing 4 chapatis, seasonal vegetable sabzi, dal, rice, and jaggery/pickle) at a subsidized token rate of only ₹5 per plate to registered construction workers and daily wage labourers at 150+ Kadia Naka distribution kiosks, including takeaway meal boxes for work sites.

📊Budget Allocation & Beneficiary Reach

Fiscal Budget Allocation

₹120 Crore annual unorganized worker food security and nutrition fund

Official Budget Document ↗
Verified Beneficiary Reach

Serving over 85,000 hot meals daily across 28 municipal cities

As of: 2026-01-20PIB / Official Citation ↗

Verified Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirement:18 to 70 years
Annual Family Income Ceiling:₹2,00,000 per annum
Target Occupations:construction worker, daily wager, informal worker, artisan
Eligible Gender:all
Social Category / Reservation:all
Specific Operational Conditions & Exclusions:

Building and construction worker or unorganized daily labourer registered with Gujarat BOCW Board.

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Required Documents Checklist

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Application Effort & Process Friction

Readiness assessment derived from official prerequisites, mandatory documentation, and submission channels.

Moderate Process (2/10)
•100% digital online application process
•2 mandatory document required
•Income certificate / income verification ceiling applied

Effort scores reflect portal accessibility, mandatory document burden, and physical verification requirements.

How to Apply

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  1. 1

    Register under Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) to obtain E-Nirman card.

  2. 2

    Present E-Nirman Smart Card or biometric Aadhaar at the Shramik Annapurna delivery kiosk at local Kadia Naka.

  3. 3

    Pay ₹5 and receive fresh hot cooked meal plate or packed tiffin box.

✅Before You Begin — Pre-Application Checklist

✓Ensure Aadhaar is linked with active mobile number
✓Bank account is NPCI-mapped (Aadhaar-seeded) for DBT
✓Check if you already receive a similar Central scheme benefit
✓Keep documents ready: income/caste/domicile certificates as applicable

⚠️Common Rejection Reasons — Avoid These

Non-construction workers attempting bulk commercial food lifting.

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Frequently Asked Questions (Officially Sourced)

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Can workers carry packed food to the construction site?

Yes, special food-grade packed tiffin containers are provided so labourers can carry meals to building sites.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Who is eligible to apply for Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers)?

Eligible applicants must satisfy official government criteria for Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers). Age: min 18 max 70 years. Annual family income ceiling: ₹2,00,000. Conditions: Building and construction worker or unorganized daily labourer registered with Gujarat BOCW Board..

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

What are the key benefits provided under Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers)?

Under official guidelines for Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers), beneficiaries are entitled to: Provides hot, hygienic, calorie-rich cooked meals (containing 4 chapatis, seasonal vegetable sabzi, dal, rice, and jaggery/pickle) at a subsidized token rate of only ₹5 per plate to registered construction workers and daily wage labourers at 150+ Kadia Naka distribution kiosks, including takeaway me...

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

How do I apply for Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers)? What is the official process?

To apply for Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers), applicants should follow the official procedure: 1. Register under Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board (GBOCWWB) to obtain E-Nirman card. 2. Present E-Nirman Smart Card or biometric Aadhaar at the Shramik Annapurna delivery kiosk at local Kadia Naka. 3. Pay ₹5 and receive fresh hot cooked meal plate or packed tiffin box.

Source: Official Scheme FAQ ↗

Can I track my Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers) application status?

Application status for Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers) can typically be tracked through the official portal at bocwwb.gujarat.gov.in using your Aadhaar number, application reference number, or registered mobile number. Alternatively, contact the scheme helpline or visit your nearest Common Service Centre (CSC).

What should I do if my Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers) payment is delayed or rejected?

First, verify your Aadhaar-bank account seeding status on the NPCI mapper (npci.org.in). If seeding is confirmed and payment is still pending, register a complaint on the Central Public Grievance Redressal System at pgportal.gov.in. You may also file an RTI application at rtionline.gov.in to obtain official rejection reasons within 30 days.

Is there an income tax implication for receiving Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers) benefits?

Agricultural income and certain welfare subsidies may be exempt from income tax under Section 10 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Tax treatment varies by scheme type and beneficiary income level. Consult a certified tax practitioner or visit incometax.gov.in for scheme-specific tax guidance.

Common Rejection Reasons & Warnings

Non-construction workers attempting bulk commercial food lifting.

Editorial Verification & Change Log

Scheme verification and change history
DateFieldDescription / UpdateSource Citation
2026-10-18scheme_typestateOfficial Source ↗
2026-10-06ministry_id398Official Source ↗
2026-09-26initial_verificationBaseline verification of Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals at ₹5 for Construction Workers) guidelines, benefits, and portal integration.Official Source ↗

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Application Window & Deadlines

Daily morning meal service from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM across all major industrial and urban centres

Scheme Intelligence

How is this calculated? ↗
Data ConfidenceFully Verified (95%)

Verified 23d ago from .gov.in source

Access FrictionModerate Process

Requires documentation or office visit

How to Apply🏢In-Person / Office
Scale & Impact
👥Serving over 85,000 hot meals daily across 28 municipal cities (as of 2026-01-20)
₹₹120 Crore annual unorganized worker food security and nutrition fund budget allocation
📅Running since 2017
🔄3 verified updates — actively maintained

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📅Scheme Milestone Timeline

2026-10-18scheme_type

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2026-10-06ministry_id

398

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2026-09-26initial_verification

Baseline verification of Shramik Annapurna Yojana (Nutritious Hot Cooked Meals a...

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Official Helpline & Nodal Offices

Gujarat Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Board

Shram Bhavan, Near Gunjan Cinema, Bapunagar, Ahmedabad 380024

Helpline: 079-22773891

Jurisdiction: Gujarat

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