Marriage Assistance to Differently Abled Persons Marrying Differently Abled Persons

The Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons, Government of Tamil Nadu, has implemented a significant initiative titled "Marriage Assistance to Differently Abled Persons Marrying Differently Abled Persons." This pioneering program aims to provide crucial financial assistance to couples where both partners are differently-abled. Recognizing the distinct challenges faced by individuals with disabilities, the scheme seeks to alleviate the financial burden associated with marriage. By providing targeted assistance, the program not only upholds the rights and dignity of differently-abled individuals but also underscores the government's commitment to an inclusive society.

1. Marriage assistance amount: ₹25,000/- as

• ₹12,500/- National Savings Certificate.
• ₹12,500/- cheque/Demand Draft for marriage expenses.

1. Additional benefit if either spouse has a degree/diploma: Increased amount to ₹50,000/-.

• ₹25,000/- National Savings Certificate.
• ₹25,000/- cheque/Demand Draft.

1. Other Benefits:

• Certificate of appreciation.
• 8 gram gold coin for Tirumangalyam (a traditional South Indian symbol of marriage for women).

1. The couple should be differently abled.
2. The differently abled person should marry a differently abled person.
3. The age of the couple (both) should be above 18 years.
4. The bride and groom fall under one of the 21 categories of differently-abled persons as per Section 2(Zc) of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

Additional Eligibility:

1. Differently abled individuals holding a degree or diploma are eligible to receive increased assistance.

Offline

Step 1: The interested applicant should visit (during office hours) the District Differently Abled Welfare Office and request a hard copy of the prescribed format of the application form from the staff exclusively entrusted to issue and collect filled-in applications.
Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
Step 4: Request a receipt or acknowledgment from the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer to whom the application has been submitted. Ensure that the receipt contains essential details such as the date and time of submission, and a unique identification number (if applicable).