The Marriage Assistance To Daughters Of Prisoners scheme, launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Kerala, is designed to support the financially vulnerable families of prisoners. Recognizing the social stigma and economic hardships that accompany prolonged imprisonment, this initiative provides financial aid for the marriage of daughters whose parents are incarcerated for more than two years. The scheme aims to promote social upliftment by ensuring that these families have the necessary financial support to secure the marriage of their daughters.
Benefits
- Financial Aid: A maximum of ₹30,000/- is provided per eligible daughter to assist with marriage expenses.
- Social Security: By easing financial constraints, the scheme helps stabilize the socio-economic conditions of affected families.
- Targeted Support: The scheme specifically targets BPL families with a parent serving a prison sentence for over two years.
Eligibility
- Residency: The applicant must be a native and permanent resident of Kerala.
- Economic Status: The beneficiaries must belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families.
- Parental Incarceration: Either the father or the mother should have been undergoing imprisonment for more than two years.
- Number of Daughters: Financial assistance is available for a maximum of two daughters per family.
- Marriage Condition: The application must be submitted after six months of marriage and within one year from the marriage date.
- Continuity Clause: If the marriage is dissolved and the daughter remarries, the grant will be withdrawn.
Application Process
Online & Offline Registration Process
SUNEETHI Portal Registration for Marriage Aid – Registration Process:
- Visit the SUNEETHI Portal:
- Access the SUNEETHI – Online Service Application Portal via the official website.
- One-Time Registration:
- Click on “One Time Registration” on the homepage.
- Enter your Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number; then click on ‘Register’.
- Enter the verification code received on your mobile and click ‘Verify’.
- Fill in the mandatory details on the new profile form and click ‘Register’.
Login/Application Process:
- Citizen Login:
- Once registration is complete, log in using your mobile number and password.
- Update Profile:
- Update your personal information, contact details, identity cards, and bank details by clicking on ‘Edit’.
- Select the Scheme:
- From the list of schemes displayed on the left-hand side, select “Marriage Assistance To Daughters Of Prisoners.”
- Apply:
- Click “Apply Now” and fill in all mandatory details in the application form.
- Ensure that you adhere to the note: the application must be submitted after six months of marriage and within one year.
- Submit:
- Review and then submit the application form to complete the process.
Documents Required
- Copy of Aadhaar Card of the applicant.
- Mobile Number and Email ID (for communication and verification).
- Passport Size Photographs.
- Copy of Ration Card: Submit both the page with the cardholder’s name and the family member list.
- Attested Copy of Marriage Certificate.
- Affidavit from the Jail Superintendent confirming the imprisonment details.
- Copy of Aadhaar Card of the Spouse.
- Certificate from the Village Officer: Required if the names of the daughter and the convict are not on the same ration card.
- Certificate from Ward Member/Councillor: Declaration confirming that the couple resides at the provided address.
- Copy of Bank Passbook: For bank account details.
- Any Other Supporting Documents as required.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the “Marriage Assistance To Daughters Of Prisoners” scheme?
A1: It is a scheme by the Government of Kerala providing financial assistance of up to ₹30,000/- per eligible daughter for marriage expenses, aimed at supporting families of prisoners.
Q2: Which department has launched this scheme?
A2: The scheme is launched by the Department of Social Welfare, Government of Kerala.
Q3: Who is eligible to get benefits under the scheme?
A3: The scheme is available to BPL families in Kerala where either parent has been imprisoned for more than two years, with assistance for up to two daughters.
Q4: Is this scheme only for the daughters of prisoners?
A4: Yes, the financial assistance is specifically for the marriage of daughters of prisoners.
Q5: Is this scheme only for residents of Kerala?
A5: Yes, only native and permanent residents of Kerala are eligible.
Q6: Is this scheme limited to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families?
A6: Yes, the beneficiaries must belong to BPL families.
Q7: For the marriage of how many girls does a family get financial assistance?
A7: A maximum of two daughters per family are eligible for the grant.
Q8: Will the beneficiary be eligible for the grant if the existing marriage is dissolved and the daughter remarries?
A8: No, if the marriage is dissolved and the daughter remarries, the grant becomes ineligible.
Q9: What is the benefit of the scheme?
A9: The scheme provides financial assistance up to ₹30,000/- per eligible daughter to support marriage expenses.
Q10: After how many days of marriage must the application be submitted?
A10: The application must be submitted after six months of marriage and within one year from the marriage date.
Q11: How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
A11: Applicants can register and apply through the SUNEETHI – Online Service Application Portal, or follow the offline process if required.