Govt Distributes Rs 394 Crore Since 2015 Under Marriage Assistance Scheme to 1 Lakh Girls

Government’s Marriage Assistance Scheme Brings Relief to Underprivileged Families

The Jammu and Kashmir government’s Marriage Assistance Scheme has provided significant support to underprivileged families, offering financial aid for the marriages of poor girls in the region.

Since its inception in 2015, the scheme has allocated Rs 394 crore to support 1,04,326 girls, bringing relief to families who struggle to manage expenses for their daughters’ marriages.

The scheme provides one-time financial assistance of Rs 50,000 to girls from families belonging to the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) or Priority Household (PHH) ration card holders.

Shakeel Ahmad Bhat, a daily wager, was able to purchase essential items for his daughter’s marriage thanks to the scheme, which has brought significant relief to his family.

The Social Welfare Department has been raising awareness about the scheme through mass media, resulting in an increasing number of beneficiaries.

The scheme has been restructured to provide benefits to all AAY and PHH families, making it more inclusive and accessible to those in need.

The government’s initiative has made a positive impact on the lives of underprivileged families, helping them to manage the financial burden of their daughters’ marriages.

The Marriage Assistance Scheme is a testament to the government’s commitment to supporting the most vulnerable sections of society, providing a safety net for those who need it most.