Launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala, the “Marriage Assistance to Differently Abled Women (Parinayam-II)” scheme provides financial support for the marriage of differently abled girls. The scheme aims to ease the financial burden on families and facilitate the social rehabilitation of these women by offering a one-time grant to help with marriage expenses.
Benefits
- Financial Support:
- A one-time assistance of ₹30,000 is provided per eligible beneficiary.
- Additional Provisions:
- If the marriage dissolves and the girl remarries, the financial aid may be provided again for the second marriage.
- In cases where the applicant with disabilities dies before or after the marriage, financial assistance can be extended to the responsible family member under suitable conditions.
Eligibility
- Residency:
- The applicant must be a permanent resident of Kerala.
- Beneficiary:
- The assistance may be applied for by the parents of the differently abled girl or by the differently abled girl herself.
- Age Criterion:
- The girl intending to marry must have completed 18 years of age.
- Economic Condition:
- The combined annual family income should not exceed ₹1,00,000.
Application Process
Online Process (via SUNEETHI – Online Service Application Portal)
- Registration:
- Visit the SUNEETHI portal.
- Click on “One time Registration”.
- Enter your Name, Email ID, and Mobile Number; then click ‘Register’.
- Verify your mobile number using the received code.
- Complete the profile creation by filling in all mandatory details and clicking ‘Register’.
- Login and Apply:
- Once registered, log in by clicking “Citizen Login”.
- Use your mobile number (as username) and password to sign in.
- Update your profile details including personal, contact, identity, and bank information.
- From the list of schemes, select “Marriage Assistance to Differently Abled Women (Parinayam-II)” and click “Apply Now”.
- Fill in all the mandatory fields in the application form and click ‘Submit’.
- Note: The application must be submitted at least one month before the fixed marriage date. For brides from the Muslim community, the date of marriage after the Nikah is considered.
Offline Process
- Alternatively, applicants may follow any offline process as per the official guidelines provided by the Department of Social Justice, Kerala.
Documents Required
- Identity Documents:
- Aadhaar Card.
- Passport-size Photograph.
- Age Proof:
- Certificate to prove the age of the girl.
- Disability Proof:
- Copy of Disability Identification Card (UDID Card) or a Disability Medical Certificate.
- Residential Proof:
- Attested copy of Ration Card.
- Marriage Documents:
- Applicant’s Marriage Certificate or Marriage Confirmation Details.
- Income Proof:
- Copy of Family Income Certificate.
- Other Documents:
- Fiancé’s Affidavit.
- Bank details – Copy of Passbook.
- Any additional documents, if required.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the “Marriage Assistance to Differently Abled Women (Parinayam-II)” Scheme?
It is a scheme providing financial assistance of ₹30,000 for the marriage of differently abled girls in Kerala. -
Which department has launched this scheme?
The scheme is launched by the Department of Social Justice, Government of Kerala. -
Who is eligible to get the benefits under the scheme?
Differently abled girls who have completed 18 years of age and their parents, provided the family income is below ₹1,00,000 per annum. -
Is this scheme only for differently abled women?
Yes, it is specifically designed for differently abled girls. -
Is this scheme only for residents of Kerala?
Yes, the applicant must be a permanent resident of Kerala. -
Will the financial aid be given for a second marriage?
Yes, if the marriage dissolves and the girl remarries, financial aid may be provided again. -
What is the benefit of the scheme?
A one-time financial assistance of ₹30,000. -
Is there any criterion for annual family income?
Yes, the combined annual family income must not exceed ₹1,00,000. -
How can an applicant apply under the scheme?
Applications can be submitted online via the SUNEETHI portal or offline as per the official guidelines. -
How many days before the marriage should the application be submitted?
The application must be submitted at least one month before the fixed marriage date (or post-Nikah date for Muslim communities).