State Marriage Assistance Scheme

State Marriage Assistance Scheme (राज्य विवाह सहायता योजना)

The State Marriage Assistance Scheme has been designed to support female beneficiaries from economically disadvantaged backgrounds in Ladakh. This initiative provides a one-time financial grant to eligible women, ensuring they receive the necessary support during their marriage. Additionally, the scheme also extends its benefits to individuals with disabilities, promoting inclusivity and welfare in society.

Overview of the Scheme

Launched by the Department of Social and Tribal Welfare in the Union Territory of Ladakh, the State Marriage Assistance Scheme aims to empower women by offering a financial aid of ₹50,000 to female beneficiaries who belong to Antodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) or Priority Household (PHH) ration cardholder families. Moreover, individuals classified as Divyangjan will receive a higher amount of ₹1,00,000. Applications for this assistance can be submitted through the District or Tehsil Social Welfare Officer in both Leh and Kargil.

Key Benefits

• Financial Assistance for Female Beneficiaries: A one-time grant of ₹50,000 will be provided to eligible women.
• Support for Divyangjan Beneficiaries: Individuals with benchmark disabilities will receive ₹1,00,000 as financial assistance.

Eligibility Criteria

• The applicant must belong to families holding Antodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) or Priority Household (PHH) ration cards.
• Both the bride and groom should be permanent residents of Ladakh.
• The bride must be at least 18 years old.
• The groom must be at least 21 years old.
• This marriage should be the first for both the bride and groom.
• Divyangjan applicants must have disabilities as defined in “The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.”

Application Process

The application for the State Marriage Assistance Scheme must be completed offline. Follow these steps to apply:

• Step 1: Visit the District Social Welfare office during working hours and request a hard copy of the application form from the designated staff responsible for handling applications. Alternatively, applicants can download and print the application form from the official website.
• Step 2: Fill out all mandatory fields in the application form, affix a passport-sized photograph (signed across if necessary), and attach self-attested copies of all required documents.
• Step 3: Submit the completed application form, along with the necessary documents, to the District Social Welfare Officer, Tehsil Social Welfare Officer, or Social Worker within the Department at either Leh or Kargil.
• Step 4: After submission, request a receipt or acknowledgment from the officer to whom the application was submitted. Ensure the receipt includes vital details such as the date and time of submission and a unique identification number, if applicable.

Official Source

For more information, please visit the official website at myScheme.gov.in.