Marriage Grant to Persons with Disabilities
About this scheme
The "Marriage Grant to Persons with Disabilities scheme", under the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment, Himachal Pradesh, aims to encourage physically able persons to marry persons with disabilities. The scheme applies to a physically able person or a person with a disability who is capable of earning a livelihood and is married to a man or woman with a disability of 40% or more.
Benefits
- ₹25,000/- for marriages with 40%–74% disability.
- ₹50,000/- for marriages with 75%–100% disability.
- Assistance for both partners if both are disabled.
Who is Eligible
- The applicant should be a physically able person or a person with a disability who can earn.
- The applicant should be married to someone with a disability of 40% or more.
- The applicant should have a valid disability certificate.
How to Apply
Offline
Step 1: The applicant should fill out the prescribed application form with all required details and documents.
Step 2: The applicant should submit the completed form to the District Welfare Officer or Tehsil Welfare Officer.
Documents Required
- Identity Proof (Voter ID Card/ Driving License)
- Disability Certificate
- Proof of Age
- Address Proof
- Bank Account Details
Who Is Not Eligible
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the objective of this scheme?
The scheme aims to encourage physically able persons to marry persons with disabilities and provide financial support to promote social inclusion.
- Who is eligible for this grant?
A physically able person or a person with a disability who can earn a livelihood and is married to someone with a disability of 40% or more.
- Is there any financial support for the marriage?
Yes, the scheme provides financial assistance to help cover marriage expenses for eligible couples.
- How much grant is given for a person with 40% to 74% disability?
₹25,000/- is provided for marriages involving a person with a 40% to 74% disability.
- How much grant is given for a person with 75% to 100% disability?
₹50,000/- is provided for marriages involving a person with a 75% to 100% disability.
- What if both partners have a disability?
The couple is provided financial assistance based on their individual disability percentages.
- What documents are required to apply for this scheme?
Applicants need a prescribed application form and a valid disability certificate issued by a medical board.
- Where should the application be submitted?
The completed application should be submitted to the District Welfare Officer or Tehsil Welfare Officer.
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