West Bengal Shramashree Scheme

Scheme Introduction: A Brief Overview

• The CM of West Bengal, Smt. Mamata Banerjee, launched the Shramashree Scheme in the state on 19-08-2025.
• This initiative has been introduced specifically for Bengali migrant workers who are employed in other states or outside India.
• In recent times, there have been incidents where Bengali-speaking migrant workers from West Bengal were targeted and attacked in certain non-Bengali-speaking regions.
• Taking this into account, the Government of West Bengal has taken a significant step by introducing the Shramashree Scheme.
• The primary aim of this scheme is to bring back Bengali migrant workers to their home state and provide them with employment opportunities and social protection.
• The Labour Department of the West Bengal Government will act as the nodal department for this scheme.
• Through the Shramashree Scheme, the state government intends to extend support to returning Bengali workers who face harassment and linguistic discrimination in other states, ensuring their dignity, safety, and economic security within West Bengal.
• The Shramashree Scheme has been structured not only to encourage the return of migrant workers but also to ensure financial assistance, food security, medical care, and opportunities to restart their lives.
• This scheme addresses multiple areas of welfare so that no migrant worker is left behind.

• The key benefits of the Shramashree Scheme are explained below :-

  Monthly Financial Support :- A one-time travel grant of Rs. 5,000/- will be provided as immediate assistance. In addition, a monthly rehabilitation allowance of Rs. 5,000/- will be given for a period of one year or until employment is secured. This direct financial help under Shramashree Scheme will assist workers in managing their essential expenses. Food Security :- Returning families in West Bengal will receive subsidized ration benefits under the Khadya Sathi Scheme. Education for Children :- Educational assistance will be extended to the children of migrant workers. Health Care :- Migrant workers and their families will be covered under the Swasthya Sathi Scheme of the state. Through this program, beneficiaries will be entitled to free and cashless medical treatment facilities. Accommodation Support :- If a migrant worker does not own a house, the state government will arrange accommodation for them. Skill Development and Employment :- Eligible workers will be offered skill training under the Utkarsh Bangla Scheme. This training will improve their abilities and open up better employment opportunities. Migrant workers will also receive Job Cards under the Karmashree Scheme.

• The Shramashree Scheme is more than just a welfare measure, as it safeguards both the dignity and livelihood of Bengali people.
• By ensuring financial aid, food, healthcare, education, skills, and housing, this program gives migrant workers a chance to rebuild their lives.
• Bengali-speaking migrant workers from West Bengal can return home and avail the wide range of benefits under the Shramashree Scheme.
• The government has estimated that nearly 22 lakh migrant workers will benefit from this initiative.
• Registration Process of Shramashree Scheme is started and beneficiary applicant can register themselves by Official Mobile Application of Shrama Sree Scheme.

Scheme Benefits

• A one-time travel assistance of Rs. 5,000/-.
• A rehabilitation allowance of Rs. 5,000/- per month for one year or until suitable employment is found.
• Access to the benefits of the Khadya Sathi Scheme and the Swasthya Sathi Scheme.
• Educational support for the children of the workers.
• Skill development training through the Utkarsh Bangla Scheme.
• Job cards to be issued under the Karmashree Scheme.
• Housing arrangements for workers who do not have their own residence.

Eligibility Requirement

• The applicant must be a Bengali migrant worker employed in other states or outside the country.
• Migrant Worker should be registered under West Bengal Migrant Worker Welfare Scheme 2003.
• The benefits under the scheme will be available only after the worker returns to West Bengal.
• Both registered and unregistered migrant workers can receive the benefits of the Shramashree Prakalpa.

Required Documents

• Domicile or Proof of residence in West Bengal.
• Aadhaar Card.
• Household Ration Card.
• Bank Account Details.
• Active mobile number.
• Email ID (if available).
• Registration number of migrant worker.
• Latest passport-sized photograph.

Steps to Apply

• Labour Department of West Bengal Government launched the Mobile App of Shramashree Scheme through which eligible migrant workers can apply online.
• First Download the Mobile Application of Shrama Shree Scheme and Register Yourself with your Mobile Number.
  
• Fill personal details like, Name Aadhaar Card Number and Father and Husband Name.
• After Registration, Login with you Mobile Number.
• A 10 step Online Application Form of Shramashree Scheme will appear in which migrant worker will have to fill the following details :-
  • Personal Details.
  • Permanent Address Details.
  • Work Location Details.
  • Type of Work/ Job Details.
  • Employed By -Self/ Agent/ Other Person Details.
  • Bank Details.
  • Nominee Details.
  • Family Details.
• After filling all the above mentioned details, applicant worker will have to select any of the below mentioned scheme name :-
  • Travel Assistance.
  • Rehabilitation Allowance Scheme.
  • Skill Development, Training & Employment Support.
  • Employment/ Work under Karmashree Scheme.
  • Self Employment under USKP/ USKJP.
  • Loan for Minority Communities.
  • Loan under Urban Poverty Alleviation Scheme.
  • Loan for SC/ ST/ OBC and Safai Karmchari.
• Upload the documents and submit the application form.
• Application will be verified by concerned department and benefits of Shramashree Scheme will be provided after that.

Relevant Link

• West Bengal Shramashree Scheme Mobile App.
• West Bengal Shramashree Guidelines.
• Official Website of Labour Welfare Board West Bengal.

Contact Information

• Shramashree Helpline Numbers will be released soon.