Punjab Dhee Rani Program 2025: Helping Daughters Begin Their New Lives with Dignity
The Punjab Dhee Rani Program 2025 is one of the most heartwarming welfare projects launched by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. This initiative aims to help underprivileged families arrange respectful weddings for their daughters without facing financial hardship. By providing financial support, household gifts, and community-based wedding ceremonies, the program ensures that every deserving bride in Punjab can begin her married life with hope and dignity.
A Helping Hand for Families in Need
In many parts of Punjab, families struggle to meet the high costs of weddings. For low-income households, the dream of seeing their daughters married often turns into a source of stress. The Dhee Rani Program seeks to lift this burden by providing complete assistance — from financial aid to organizing collective marriage events.
Through this initiative, the Punjab government not only supports parents but also promotes a sense of equality and community spirit. Marriage is viewed as a sacred social bond, and this program helps make it a joyful and dignified experience for everyone involved.
Key Features of the Dhee Rani Program 2025
The program provides both material and financial benefits to deserving brides across Punjab.
1. Financial Assistance:
Each bride receives a cash grant of PKR 100,000 through an ATM card. This immediate support helps newlyweds cover essential expenses as they begin their new lives.
2. Wedding Gift Package:
The Punjab government offers a dowry set worth PKR 206,000, which includes useful household items such as a Holy Quran, prayer mat, bed with mattress, mirror, dinner set, and other essentials to help brides start their homes with comfort.
3. Collective Wedding Ceremonies:
To reduce expenses and encourage social unity, thousands of weddings are held collectively at organized events. In 2024–25, over 3,000 couples were married under this program, and the target for 2025–26 is 5,000 weddings—making it the largest social welfare initiative of its kind in Punjab.
4. Hospitality and Meals:
During these ceremonies, the government arranges meals for 20 guests per couple, ensuring that families can celebrate without financial pressure.
Who Can Apply?
The Dhee Rani Program is designed especially for girls from deserving backgrounds. To be eligible, applicants must meet the following conditions:
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Bride’s Status: Must be from a low-income family, orphaned, living with a disability, or a daughter of a person with disabilities.
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Age Limit: Between 18 and 40 years old.
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Residency: Must hold a valid Punjab domicile.
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Verification: Applications are verified through home visits and official checks.
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Marital Status: Applicants must submit an affidavit confirming they are unmarried and willing to participate in a collective wedding.
This careful selection process ensures that only truly deserving families benefit from the scheme.
How to Apply for the Program
Applicants can register online or offline, depending on their convenience.
Online Application:
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Visit the official website: cmp.punjab.gov.pk/register.
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Fill out the form with personal details, CNIC, contact number, and domicile information.
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Upload scanned copies of required documents.
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After submission, applicants will receive updates via SMS.
Offline Application:
Those without internet access can visit their District Social Welfare Office, collect the registration form, and submit it with necessary documents such as CNIC and income proof.
Applications for the Punjab Dhee Rani Program 2025 are open until November 5, 2025, so applicants are encouraged to apply early.
A Step Toward Social Upliftment
Beyond financial aid, the Dhee Rani Program carries a deeper message of compassion and equality. It promotes collective joy, strengthens community bonds, and ensures that no daughter is left behind due to economic hardship.
By organizing weddings for thousands of brides, the Punjab government is helping to restore dignity and happiness in many homes. This initiative is not just about marriage — it’s about empowering women, supporting families, and building a more inclusive society.
Contact and Support
For more information or assistance during the registration process, applicants can visit the official portal (cmp.punjab.gov.pk) or call the helpline 1312.
Conclusion
The Punjab Dhee Rani Program 2025 stands as a shining example of how good governance can transform lives. Through financial aid, wedding gifts, and collective ceremonies, it ensures that every deserving bride begins her married life with dignity, love, and joy. Under the leadership of Maryam Nawaz Sharif, this initiative brings a message of hope — that every daughter of Punjab is truly a “Dhee Rani”, a cherished princess of the province.
