The Chhattisgarh Mukhyamantri Kanya Vivah Yojana aims to support economically vulnerable families by providing financial assistance for the marriage of their daughters. This scheme is designed to reduce economic burdens, encourage simple group marriages, and prevent dowry. It further helps in building self-esteem and social status for beneficiaries.
Benefits
- Maximum Amount of ₹25,000 for marriage expenses.
- Additional ₹5,000 for makeup items.
- ₹14,000 for gift items.
- ₹1,000 for the bride through a bank draft.
- ₹5,000 assistance for organizing a group marriage.
Eligibility
- Families living Below the Poverty Line (BPL).
- Up to two daughters in a BPL family, each must be over 18 years.
- Widows, orphans, and destitute girls are also eligible.
Application Process (Offline)
- Contact any of the following:
- District Program Officer
- Women and Child Development Officer
- Anganwadi Worker
- Child Development Project Officer
- Obtain Application Form: Request the Chief Minister Kanya Vivah Yojana form from them.
- Fill Out the Form: Provide all necessary details accurately.
- Attach Required Documents: Ensure photocopies are complete and self-attested if necessary.
- Submit the Form: Return it to the issuing officer or office.
- Verification: The application will be verified by an official.
- Approval & Disbursement: Upon approval, the financial assistance is transferred directly to the applicant’s bank account.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar Card
- Address Proof
- Income Certificate
- Proof of Age (Birth Certificate, etc.)
- Ration Card
- Bank Account Details
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What are the benefits under this scheme?
It provides up to ₹25,000 for marriage expenses, an additional ₹5,000 for makeup, ₹14,000 for gifts, ₹1,000 for the bride via bank draft, and ₹5,000 for group marriages. - What is the eligibility criteria?
Families must be BPL, with daughters over 18 years. Widow, orphan, and destitute girls also qualify. - Who can avail the benefits of the scheme?
Any family holding a BPL card, with a maximum of two daughters over 18, can apply. - What is the minimum age of eligibility?
Each daughter should be at least 18 years old. - What will be the mode to get the benefits?
The assistance amount is transferred directly to the applicant’s bank account after application approval. - Who to get the application form?
It can be obtained from the District Program Officer, Women and Child Development Officer, Anganwadi Worker, or Child Development Project Officer. - What document need to be attached with the application form?
Aadhaar card, address proof, income certificate, proof of age, ration card, and bank account details. - Is this scheme only for BPL Category?
Yes, it specifically targets families living below the poverty line. - How many girls from a family can get benefits from this scheme?
A maximum of two daughters per BPL family are eligible. - Is widow girls are also eligible to get the benefits of scheme?
Yes, widows are also included among eligible beneficiaries.