The Punjab Chief Minister, Maryam Nawaz, has initiated the Punjab Dhee Rani Program 2025, designed to provide financial assistance for weddings to deserving parties. This program seeks to lessen the economic hardships associated with marriage costs, challenging numerous low-income families.
Eligibility Requirements Applicants must satisfy the criteria outlined below to qualify for this program:
- Age and Marital Status: Eligible brides should be between 18 and 40 years old and unmarried.
- Residency: Applicants need to hold a domicile from Punjab.
- Family Background: Priority is given to applicants who are destitute, orphans, or disabled, including daughters of disabled parents.
- Match Confirmation: The bride should have a confirmed marriage proposal (Rishta).
Inauguration ceremony of Dhee Rani Program!
To support group marriages for underprivileged families!
Ease the financial stress of daughters’ weddings.#MaryamKaDheeRaniProgram pic.twitter.com/WBIruCEILc
— PMLN (@pmln_org) January 11, 2025Application Methods Individuals interested in applying can do so through any of the following convenient options:
- In-Person Registration: Visit your nearest Social Welfare and Bait-ul-Maal office.
- Online Application: Complete the application form on the official website ((link unavailable)).
- Helpline: Contact 1312 for further information and assistance with the application process.
Punjab CM Maryam Nawaz Sharif inaugurated Pakistan’s first "Punjab Dhee Rani Program". It started with 51 mass weddings in Lahore's finest marriage hall.
Among the newlyweds were five Christian couples. pic.twitter.com/O5ZxrNexXm
— PMLN (@pmln_org) January 11, 2025Program Benefits Qualified candidates will receive:
- Dowry/Gift: A package valued at Rs. 206,000, consisting of essential items.
- Venue Arrangements: The government will cover expenses for the wedding ceremony.
- Cash Gift: A financial contribution of Rs. 100,000, directly transferred to the bride’s bank account via an ATM card from the Bank of Punjab.
The Punjab Dhee Rani Programme is a significant endeavour to aid underprivileged families in Punjab, enhancing dignity and financial security during marriage celebrations.
