Grant for the Marriage of Daughter of Destitute Widow

Description
The scheme "Grant for the Marriage of Daughters of Destitute Widow" has been implemented by the Social Welfare Department, Government of Uttarakhand. The scheme aims to provide financial assistance for the marriage of up to two daughters of destitute widows who are receiving widow pension from the State Government.

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Benefits
• Grant Amount: ₹50,000/- per daughter, for the marriage of up to two daughters.

Eligibility Criteria
1. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
2. The applicant must be a destitute widow.
3. The widow must be receiving widow pension.
4. The family’s total monthly income from all sources must not exceed ₹4,000/-, or the family must belong to the BPL category.
5. At the time of marriage, the bride’s age must be between 18 and 45 years.
6. At the time of marriage, the groom’s age must be between 21 and 45 years.
7. The grant is applicable for the marriage of up to two daughters.
8. **Note:** The Social Welfare Department verifies whether the widow is receiving widow pension or not.
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Required Documents
• Applicant's mobile number
• Aadhaar card
• Photograph
• Original domicile certificate of Uttarakhand / Permanent residence certificate
• CBS bank account linked/seeded with Aadhaar
• Valid income certificate or BPL certificate
• Ration card
• Copy of family register (only for rural areas)
• Birth certificates of the bride and groom (School certificate / Birth certificate / Family register / Aadhaar card)
• Marriage registration certificate
• Affidavit stating that the applicant or their family has availed this benefit only once before or not at all

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who is eligible to apply?
A: The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand, a destitute widow receiving widow pension, with a monthly income up to ₹4,000/- or belonging to a BPL family.
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Q: How much financial assistance is provided under the scheme?
A: A grant of ₹50,000/- is provided per daughter.
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Q: Is there an age limit for the bride and groom?
A: Yes.

- Bride: Minimum 18 years and maximum 45 years at the time of marriage.
- Groom: Minimum 21 years and maximum 45 years at the time of marriage.

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Q: Can the benefit be availed for more than two daughters?
A: No. The benefit is available for the marriage of a maximum of two daughters only.
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Q: Can a widow who is not receiving widow pension apply?
A: No. Only widows receiving widow pension from the State Government are eligible.
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Q: How can one apply for the scheme?
A: You can apply online through the Department’s pension portal h[ttps://ssp.uk.gov.in/](https://ssp.uk.gov.in/), Umang mobile app, Apni Sarkar portal [https://eservices.uk.gov.in](https://eservices.uk.gov.in), or by visiting a Common Service Centre (CSC).
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Q: Is there any verification process?
A: Yes. The Social Welfare Department verifies whether the widow is receiving pension and other eligibility conditions.
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Q: Is there any restriction on family income?
A: Yes. The total monthly family income from all sources must be up to ₹4,000/- or the family should belong to the BPL category.
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Q: Can widows living outside Uttarakhand apply?
A: No. The applicant must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
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