The Punjab Dhee Rani Program is a welfare initiative launched via Punjab Portal to support underprivileged families in Punjab. Through this Collective Marriages Programme, deserving brides — or their guardians — receive financial aid, essential household gifts, and a dignified mass-wedding ceremony. This guide walks you through everything — from eligibility to registration, benefits, pros/cons, FAQs, and how to apply step-by-step.
What is Punjab Dhee Rani Program?
The Punjab Dhee Rani Program is a collective-wedding scheme initiated by the Government of Punjab via Punjab Portal (cmp.punjab.gov.pk). Its main aim is to help poor, orphaned, or differently-abled girls (or daughters of differently-abled persons) — whose families cannot afford wedding expenses — to marry with dignity, receive basic home-start gifts, and get financial support.
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In times when weddings become a heavy financial burden, this programme offers relief and ensures that social and religious duties can be fulfilled respectfully.
Eligibility Criteria (Who can apply):
- Girls aged between 18 and 40 years who are destitute, orphaned, Persons with Disabilities (PWD), or daughters of PWDs.
- Applicant may be the bride herself, or her father, mother, or legal guardian.
- Must be a resident of Punjab (valid Punjab domicile).
- Must be unmarried and willing to participate in a collective wedding ceremony (an affidavit is required).
- In case of many applications, selection is made through electronic balloting — to ensure fairness.
Key Benefits & What You Get
Cash Gift (Salami) & Dowry / Gift Package
- Each selected bride receives a monetary gift (salami) — reportedly PKR 200,000 via an ATM card.
- In addition, a dowry / wedding-gift package is provided (household essentials) such as: Holy Quran, prayer mat, wooden double-bed with mattress, mirror, dinner set, and other basic items to help start a new home.
Collective Wedding Event & Social Support
- The programme arranges mass weddings (collective weddings) across the province, reducing cost burden on families and offering dignity.
- For 2025–26, the target is to conduct weddings for 5,000 poor girls across Punjab.
- The collective ceremony also fosters social inclusion, community spirit, and ensures families don’t feel isolated.
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide (via Punjab Portal)
Here is a simple, step-wise guide to apply for the programme:
| Step | What to Do |
|---|---|
| 1 | Visit the official registration page: Punjab Dhee Rani Program |
| 2 | Select “Register / Dhee Rani Program Registration.” |
| 3 | Fill out the application form: name, CNIC, district/tehsil, contact info, etc. |
| 4 | Upload required documents: CNIC (of bride or guardian), proof of orphanhood or disability (if applicable), domicile proof, and affidavit confirming eligibility & consent. |
| 5 | Submit the form. You may also call helpline 1312 for assistance with registration. |
| 6 | After submission, you can track your application status via CNIC on the portal. |
| 7 | If selected (via electronic balloting, if applicable), you will be informed and included in a mass-wedding event where gifts and cash are distributed. |
Tip: Make sure all details are correct and documents valid — incorrect info may lead to rejection.
Pros & Cons / Advantages and Limitations
✅ Advantages
- Financial relief: Helps poor families who otherwise cannot afford wedding costs — including dowry, gifts, and ceremony expenses.
- Dignified dignity: Provides brides with respect, gifts and ceremony — rather than a “cheap wedding.”
- Transparency & fairness: Online application, electronic balloting if applications exceed slots — reduces favoritism or corruption.
- Social inclusion: Enables orphans, PWDs, or vulnerable girls to get married with dignity.
- Convenience: Entire application process can be completed online via Punjab Portal.
⚠ Limitations / Challenges
- High demand & limited slots: Many applicants — but only a limited number can be selected, meaning many may not benefit.
- Documentation requirement: Some poor families may struggle to gather necessary documents (domicile proof, affidavits, etc.).
- Waiting & uncertainty: Applicants may wait long periods to know whether they are selected — due to balloting and administrative workload.
- Logistics: Attending collective wedding events may require families to travel, which might be hard for remote areas.
- Stigma / Community pressure: Some may feel social pressure regarding collective wedding, or worry over being publicly seen as “needy.”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Who is eligible for Punjab Dhee Rani Program?
A: Poor, orphaned, destitute, or differently-abled girls (or daughters of PWDs) aged 18–40, domiciled in Punjab. Application can be made by bride herself or her parent/guardian.
Q2: How can I apply?
A: Visit the official portal — cmp.punjab.gov.pk — and register. Fill the form, upload documents (CNIC, domicile, affidavit, etc.), then submit. Helpline 1312 can assist if needed.
Q3: What are the benefits for a selected bride?
A: Selected brides receive a cash gift (salami) — around PKR 200,000 via ATM card — plus a dowry/gift package (household items), and are included in a collective wedding event.
Q4: What if there are more applicants than slots?
A: In that case, selection is made via electronic balloting to ensure fairness.
Q5: Can minorities or non-Muslims also benefit?
A: Yes. According to recent reporting, during a mass-wedding ceremony in 2025, 18 brides from minority communities were included.
Q6: How can I check application status?
A: Use the “Track with CNIC” feature on the Punjab Portal (cmp.punjab.gov.pk).
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The Punjab Dhee Rani Program is a life-changing opportunity for many underprivileged girls and families across Punjab. By providing financial support, essential household gifts, and dignified mass-wedding ceremonies, the programme not only reduces economic burdens but also restores hope, dignity, and social inclusion.
If you — or someone you know — meets the eligibility criteria, don’t wait. Visit cmp.punjab.gov.pk today, complete the registration, and take the first step toward a brighter future.
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