The “Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana” is a sub-scheme of the “Mukhyamantri Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana,” initiated by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Bihar. Its objective is to enhance social security for disabled individuals by encouraging marriage and providing financial assistance. The scheme is fully funded by the Government of Bihar.
Benefits
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Financial Grant:
Eligible beneficiaries receive a grant of ₹1,00,000/-. -
Special Notes:
- The grant is provided to disabled individuals in a couple. If both spouses are disabled, each is eligible for the grant.
- In cases of inter-caste marriage where a disabled person marries someone from a different caste, the disabled marriage grant and the inter-caste marriage grant are both applicable. For example, if both the husband and wife are disabled and belong to different castes, the wife becomes eligible for both grants while the husband receives the disabled marriage grant.
Eligibility
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Residency:
The applicant must be a resident of Bihar. -
Disability:
At least one individual in the couple (either the bride or groom) must have a disability. -
Age Requirements:
The minimum age at the time of marriage is 18 years for the bride and 21 years for the groom. -
Socio-economic Status:
The couple should belong to poor families.
Application Process
Offline Process
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Download and Fill the Form:
Applicants must download the prescribed application form. -
Submission:
The completed form, along with all required documents, should be submitted to the Assistant Director, District Social Security Office. -
Verification & Payment:
Once the application is approved and verified, beneficiary details will be transmitted to the e-Suvidha portal for payment processing by the Assistant Director, District Social Security Office.
Grievance Redressal
Complaints can be lodged at the following levels:
- Block Development Officer
- Sub-divisional Office
- Assistant Director, District Social Security Cell/District Child Protection Unit
- Director, Social Security Office
- Office of Additional Chief Secretary/Principal Secretary/Secretary, Social Welfare Department
Additionally, the Public Grievance Redressal Officer operates at the sub-divisional level, and the District Public Grievance Redressal Officer operates at the district level.
Documents Required
- Aadhaar card of the applicant (both bride and groom)
- Latest photograph of the married couple
- Identity proofs (e.g., Voter ID Card, Driving License, etc.)
- Proof of age
- Marriage certificate
- Disability certificate(s)
- Income certificate
- Caste certificate(s)
- Residence proof
- Bank passbook/bank account details
- Any additional documents as required
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the main benefits of this scheme?
The scheme provides a financial grant of ₹1,00,000/- to disabled individuals in a couple to support their marriage. -
Who is eligible to apply for this scheme?
Residents of Bihar where at least one partner in the couple has a disability and both belong to poor families are eligible. -
Is the financial assistance provided if both spouses are disabled?
Yes, if both spouses are disabled, each is eligible for the grant. -
What happens if a disabled person marries someone from a different caste?
In inter-caste marriages, the disabled marriage grant and the inter-caste marriage grant are both applicable. For instance, if both partners are disabled and from different castes, the wife may receive both grants while the husband receives the disabled marriage grant. -
Where should eligible applicants submit their applications?
Applications must be submitted in the prescribed form to the Assistant Director, District Social Security Office. -
What is the process after submitting the application?
After submission, the application undergoes verification. Once approved, the details are transmitted on the e-Suvidha portal for payment processing. -
Can both partners receive financial assistance if they are both disabled?
Yes, both partners can receive the grant if each qualifies under the scheme. -
What is the minimum age requirement for the bride and groom?
The bride must be at least 18 years old and the groom at least 21 years old. -
Do both the bride and groom need to be disabled to receive the grant?
No, the scheme requires that at least one individual in the couple has a disability. -
Who verifies and approves the application?
The application is verified and approved by the Assistant Director, District Social Security Office. -
How can applicants lodge complaints or grievances related to the scheme?
Grievances can be lodged with local authorities such as the Block Development Officer, Sub-divisional Office, or other designated officials as per the grievance redressal matrix. -
What happens if the application is rejected?
In case of rejection, applicants should follow the prescribed grievance redressal process to seek clarification or reapply as advised.