Marriage Assistance to Normal Persons Marrying Speech and Hearing Impaired Persons

Description
The Department for the Welfare of Differently Abled Persons, Government of Tamil Nadu, has implemented the "Marriage Assistance Program for Individuals Marrying Speech and Hearing Impaired Persons." This initiative aims to provide financial assistance to individuals who are not speech or hearing impaired and choose to marry someone who is, recognizing the potential economic challenges associated with such marriages. This program seeks to alleviate these burdens and empower couples to embark on their married life with greater financial stability.

Benefits
• Marriage assistance amount: ₹25,000/- as
• Additional benefit if either spouse has a degree/diploma: Increased amount to ₹50,000/-
• Other Benefits:

Eligibility Criteria
1. A normal person should marry a speech and hearing-impaired person.
2. The age of the couple (both) should be above 18 years.
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4. > **Additional Eligibility:**
5. The normal person and speech and hearing-impaired person individuals holding a degree or diploma are eligible to receive increased assistance.

Application Process
Step 1: 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 fi…
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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: Step 2: In the application form, fill in all the mandatory fields, and attach copies of all the mandatory documents (self-attest, if required).
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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: Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.
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Step 3: Submit the duly filled and signed application form along with the documents to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.

Step 4: 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 id…
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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).

Required Documents
• National Identity Card of the differently abled Bride and Groom.
• Marriage Certificate.
• Age Proof of Bride and Groom.
• Degree or Diploma Certificate Bride or Groom.

Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the purpose of the marriage assistance scheme?
A: The purpose of the marriage assistance scheme is to support normal individuals marrying speech and hearing impaired persons.

Q: What is the total assistance provided under the scheme?
A: The total assistance provided under the scheme is [?]25,000 or [?]50,000 (Degree and Diploma holder).

Q: How is the assistance distributed between National Savings Certificate and cash?
A: The assistance is distributed in the form of a National Savings Certificate and as a cheque or Demand Draft.

Q: What additional items are provided along with the assistance?
A: Along with the assistance, recipients also receive a certificate of appreciation and an 8 gram gold coin for making Tirumangalyam.

Q: What is the increased assistance amount for those holding a degree or diploma?
A: If either the differently abled person or the normal person holds a degree or diploma, the assistance amount is increased to [?]50,000/-.

Q: Who is eligible to receive the marriage assistance?
A: Normal individuals marrying speech and hearing impaired persons are eligible to receive the assistance.

Q: What is the minimum age requirement for the couple?
A: Both individuals in the couple must be above 18 years of age to qualify for the scheme.

Q: Where can one obtain the prescribed application form?
A: The prescribed application form is available at the District Differently Abled Welfare Office.

Q: What documents need to be submitted along with the application?
A: Applicants need to furnish their national identity card for the differently abled, along with proof of marriage and age.

Q: Who is the designated officer for receiving the application?
A: The application is to be submitted to the District Differently Abled Welfare Officer.

Q: Where can grievances related to the scheme be addressed?
A: Grievances related to the scheme should be addressed to the Assistant Director (DAW) at the Commissionerate for Welfare of the Differently Abled in No.5, Kamarajar Salai, Chennai- 600 005.

Q: Is there any deadline for submitting the application?
A: There is no specific deadline mentioned for submitting the application.

Q: Can the assistance be availed multiple times?
A: The assistance can be availed once per eligible marriage.

Q: Are there any income criteria for eligibility?
A: There are no income criteria specified for eligibility under this scheme.

Q: Is there any provision for pre-marriage counseling?
A: There is no provision mentioned for pre-marriage counseling under this scheme.

Q: Are there any conditions regarding the wedding ceremony?
A: There are no specific conditions mentioned regarding the wedding ceremony.

Q: Can the assistance be used for other purposes besides marriage expenses?
A: The assistance provided is intended specifically for marriage expenses.