National News: For poor and needy families in Punjab, the marriage of a daughter, while stuff a joyous occasion, moreover becomes a major financial challenge. Addressing this issue, the Bhagwant Mann government released Rs 29.33 crore for the marriages of 5,751 daughters under the 'Aashirwad Yojana.'
Smiles and relief for 5,751 families
This value is not just financial assistance but is restoring happiness and self-respect to 5,751 families. This allows poor families to marry off their children without any debt or embarrassment.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's Vision
According to Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, Punjab's prosperity is possible only when the weaker sections of society can live a life of dignity. The funds released under this scheme reflect the Punjab government's transferral to social justice and sensitivity.
District-wise benefits under the Ashirwad Yojana
According to Social Justice, Empowerment, and Minorities Minister Dr. Baljeet Kaur, financial assistance has been provided to 5,751 beneficiaries wideness 17 districts. This value is transferred directly to the beneficiaries' wall finance through DBT, eliminating any possibility of middlemen or corruption.
Eligibility and Rules
Only families who are permanent residents of Punjab and vest to the Scheduled Castes, Backward Classes, or Economically Weaker Sections can goody from this scheme. The family's yearly income must not exceed Rs 32,790, and each family can receive assistance for a maximum of two daughters.
Impact and Message on the Public
When a mother receives a message on her mobile phone well-nigh a petrifaction of Rs 51,000, she wholeheartedly blesses the government. This scheme demonstrates that the government's snooping well-nigh people's suffering is not just a matter of paperwork but a responsibility.
Ashirwad Scheme: A Message for Society
The objective of this scheme is not just to distribute money but to provide respect and a prosperous future to daughters from poor families. This sends the message that a daughter from a poor family is no less than a daughter from a wealthy family.
A new take on the old scheme
Formerly known as the 'Shagun Scheme,' the Mann government rebranded it as the 'Aashirwad Scheme.' Each daughter receives an value of Rs 51,000 for marriage, a significant relief for poor families.
This initiative proves that the Punjab government is not limited to mere announcements but believes in bringing well-nigh real change. This distribution of Rs 29.33 crore is bringing joy to the lives of thousands of daughters.
