The Dhi Rani Program is a flagship social welfare initiative launched by the Government of Punjab, under the supervision of Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. The primary objective of this program is to facilitate and financially support the mass/collective marriages of daughters belonging to poor, orphaned, destitute, or economically disadvantaged families.
The program aims to alleviate the financial burden of marriage on deserving families and help the couples start a dignified marital life.
Latest Details and Financial Assistance for November 2025
In November 2025, new phases of mass weddings have commenced under this program, with the government aiming to organize the weddings of over 5,000 couples.
| Detail | Type of Assistance | Financial or Facilitation Support |
| Cash Grant | Direct Financial Aid | Rs. 200,000 (Two Hundred Thousand Rupees) per couple. This amount is disbursed to the bride and groom via an ATM Card. |
| Mass Event | Expense Coverage | The arrangement of the wedding hall, catering (food), and accommodation for close relatives is managed entirely by the Government of Punjab. |
| Dowry/Gifts | Essential Goods | Gifts, including furniture, clothing, and other necessary household items, are also provided to the bride and groom. |
| Wedding Phase | November Update | The process of conducting mass weddings for over 5,600 deserving couples is currently underway, scheduled between October 2025 and February 2026. |
💡 Important Note: For the first time, deserving couples from minority communities, including the Hindu community, are also being included in this program, reflecting the government’s commitment to inclusivity.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants for this program must fulfill the following criteria:
- Age Limit: The bride/girl must be between 18 and 40 years of age.
- Residence/Domicile: The applicant (bride or guardian) must hold a Punjab Domicile.
- Economic Status:
- The girl must be an Orphan.
- The girl must be Destitute/Helpless.
- The girl must be a Person with Disabilities (PWD).
- The girl must be the Daughter of a PWD.
- The girl must belong to an impoverished and economically weak class.
- Marital Status: The bride must not have been married before. (An affidavit is required to confirm this).
How to Apply (Registration) for the Dhi Rani Program
The government has provided a straightforward online and offline procedure for submitting applications:
1. Online Registration Method
- Official Portal: Visit the Government of Punjab’s official portal at cmp.punjab.gov.pk.
- Register: Register yourself as a new user by entering your CNIC, Mobile Number, and District.
- Log In: Log in using your CNIC and password.
- Fill the Form: Fill in all personal and family details related to the bride, groom, and guardian.
- Upload Documents: Upload the required documents (such as CNIC copies, Orphan Certificate, or Disability Certificate, if applicable) in PNG, JPG, or JPEG format.
- Submit: Click “Submit” for the complete form.
- Tracking: You can also track the status of your application by logging into the same portal.
2. Offline / Office Registration
- Location: You can visit the office of the Deputy Director Social Welfare & Bait-ul-Maal in your concerned district.
- Help Desk: You can get your form filled out through the Help Desk available at the office.
Helpline for Information
For any information or guidance regarding this program, you can call 1312.
Application Approval Process
- Registration: Submission of the application (online or via the office).
- Tehsil Verification Committee (TVC): Field officers conduct a Physical Verification by visiting the homes of the bride and groom to verify the applicant’s claim.
- Program Steering Committee (PSC): The committee grants the final approval.
- Selection Notification: Upon selection, the applicant is notified via SMS.
- Financial Arrangement: Opening an account through the Bank of Punjab (BOP) and completing biometric verification is required.
- Event Participation: The couple is sent an SMS detailing the venue, date, and time of the mass wedding ceremony.
