CM Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, has approved the Punjab Dhee Rani Programme (Collective Marriages Programme), aiming to enable deserving parents to fulfill their socio-religious obligation in a dignified manner. Marriage is considered a sacred social contract in Islam, and the current economic situation prevents many underprivileged parents from fulfilling this obligation. The programme aims to create a positive impact by fostering a sense of government ownership, hope, and stability in society.
Punjab Dhee Rani Programme Eligibility Criteria
The Punjab Dhee Rani Programme is an initiative aimed at supporting underprivileged girls across Punjab by providing financial and material assistance for their weddings. The program, spearheaded by the Chief Minister of Punjab, focuses on alleviating the financial burden faced by poor families in arranging marriages for their daughters. Here are the detailed eligibility criteria for this program:
- The application is for girls aged 18-40, destitute, orphan, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), or daughters of PWDs, to be married in Punjab.
- Income Criteria: The primary requirement for applying to the Punjab Dhee Rani Programme is the financial condition of the bride’s family. Only families with a monthly household income below a certain threshold are eligible. Generally, the threshold is set at a low level to ensure that only the most financially disadvantaged families can benefit. This program is specifically designed to assist families who cannot afford to provide adequate dowries or wedding arrangements due to financial constraints.
- Punjab Residency: The program is available exclusively to residents of Punjab. Applicants must provide proof of residency, such as a domicile certificate or a National Identity Card (CNIC) that confirms their permanent address is within Punjab. This ensures that the funds and resources are directed towards girls living in Punjab.
- Unmarried Girls: The program is only open to girls who have not been married previously. It is designed to provide support for their first marriage. Applicants must submit documentation to confirm the marital status of the bride-to-be, such as a form attested by local authorities or a family certificate.
- The selection process will be through electronic balloting, and applicants must provide an affidavit stating their willingness to participate in the collective wedding ceremony.
Punjab Dhee Rani Programme Features
Here are the top features for the Chief Minister’s wedding gift program:
1. Wedding Gift by CM
- The bride will receive a dowry worth PKR 206,000, which includes items such as the Holy Quran, a prayer mat, a wooden double bed with a mattress, a mirror, and a dinner set.وزیر اعلیٰ کی طرف سے شادی کا تحفہ
- دلہن کو 206,000 مالیت کا جہیز گفٹ دیا جائے گا، جس میں قران پاک، جائے نماز، لکڑی کے ڈبل بیڈ کے ساتھ میٹریس، شیشہ، اور ڈینرسیٹ شامل ہیں۔
2. Money Gift for the Bride
- A salami (cash gift) of PKR 100,000 will be given to the bride through an ATM card.وزیر اعلیٰ کی طرف سے دلہن کو سلامی
- دلہن کو اے ٹی ایم کارڈ کے ذریعے 100,000 روپے سلامی دی جائے گی۔
3. Collective Wedding Event
- A total of 3,000 poor girls will have collective weddings across Punjab.اجتماعی تقریب
- پنجاب بھر میں 3000 غریب بچیوں کی اجتماعی شادیاں ہوں گی۔
Conclusion
By fulfilling these eligibility criteria, applicants can access financial assistance, dowry gifts, and collective wedding arrangements provided under the Punjab Dhee Rani Programme. This initiative plays a significant role in supporting marginalized families and promoting social welfare across the province.
