The West Bengal Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1974, was enacted with the primary objective of improving the socio-economic conditions of workers in the state. This legislation mandates contributions from both employers and employees to a fund that is utilized for various welfare schemes.
| Applicability | - Factories: Established under the Factories Act, 1948, employing one or more persons.
- Establishments: Registered under the West Bengal Shops and Establishments Act, 1963, employing ten or more employees.
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| Contribution | - Employee : A sum of Rs. 3.00 per employee every six months.
- Employer : A sum of Rs. 15.00 per employee every six months.
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| Frequency of Contribution | - 30th June and 31st December of each year.
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| Returns | - Returns are filed half-yearly on 15th July and 15th January.
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| Utilization of Funds | - Funds are utilized for various welfare activities like medical aid, scholarships, housing facilities, recreational facilities, computer training, vocational training, and more.
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Official Documents
The West Bengal Labour Welfare Fund Act, 1974
The West Bengal Labour Welfare Fund Rules, 1976
Official Website
West Bengal Labour Welfare Board
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