Punjab Dhee Rani (Collective Marriages Program) FAQs

1. What is the Punjab Dhee Rani (Collective Marriages Program) initiative?

The Punjab Dhee Rani (Collective Marriages Program) is a Punjab Government Programme to facilitate the parents of their daughters’ marriage who can’t afford marriage expenses. 

2. Who is eligible for this programme Punjab Dhee Rani (Collective Marriages Program)?

Eligibility criteria typically include:

• Helpless girls, orphans, Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), or daughters of a disabled person, aged between 18-40 years
• The girl Rishta must be confirmed.
• The applicant can be the bride’s father, mother, or guardian.
• The applicant can be the bride herself
• The bride must be a domicile holder of Punjab province.
• Selection of the Applicants will be made through electronic balloting if many applications are received.
• Affidavit confirming being unmarried and willingness to participate in the collective wedding ceremony
• Only for unmarried persons (if Nikkah is already done, do not apply)

3. What services does the initiative provide?

The initiative offers:

• Venue arrangements for the wedding event.
• The bride will receive a dowry/gift, including necessities.
• The bride will receive Rs. 100,000 as a salami gift through an ATM.

4. How can one apply for the Punjab Dhee Rani program?

Interested individuals can apply by:

• Filling out the application form online http://cmp.punjab.gov.pk 
• Visit the nearby Deputy Director Social Welfare and Bait-ul-Maal office
• Call helpline number 1312 for information.

5. Is there a specific date for the Punjab Dhee Rani program?

Yes, participants will be informed via SMS. Wedding ceremonies will be held throughout the year on specific dates.

6. What should I do if I have a complaint regarding the program?

If you have a complaint, you can:

• Call helpline 1312
• Use complaint portal https://cmp.punjab.gov.pk/lodge-complain  
• Visit the Social Welfare office in your city.
• Submit a complaint through CMS

7. How are complaints addressed?

Complaints are taken seriously and are usually addressed through:

• Complaints will be properly responded
• The issue will be resolved, if it is genuine

8. What are the common issues faced by participants?

• The application process faces delays issues. 
• Discrepancies in provided services

9. How can participants provide feedback on the initiative?

Participants are encouraged to provide feedback by:

• Filling out feedback forms available at the event
• Sending their suggestions via email or 
• By filling out the suggestion form on the official website
• Participating in follow-up surveys conducted by the Social Welfare department

10. Where can I find more information about the program?

• Visit the official website of the Social Welfare department
• Call helpline 1312
• contact your local Deputy Director (Social Welfare) office directly.

11. What is the process flow of the program?

1. Application online submission 
2. Verification message sent to applicant’s mobile number. 
3. Tehsil Verification Committee (TVC): Field officers visit their home (both bride and groom) and verify the applicant
4. Approval of the Program Steering Committee (PSC)
5. SMS sent to the applicant confirming their selection for the program
6. Account opening and biometric verification through the Bank of Punjab
7. SMS sent to the applicant regarding the venue, date, and time
8. NADRA certification

12. Can the groom get registered in this program?

No, only the bride/girl can be registered for this program.

13. OTP not received?

You can use a robocall to receive the OTP.

14. Which format is used for document attachments?

Documents should be attached in

• PNG 
• JPG
• JPEG format.

15. Can I update my application?

Yes, but before the verification process.

16. What is the venue of the wedding event?

The venue will be:

• District Level
• Or it can be Tehsil Level

17. What will be the amount of Stamp paper mentioned in the eligibility criteria?

No stamp paper is required. There is no mention of stamp paper in the eligibility criteria.

18. How many people from both the bride and groom’s side can attend?

A total of 20 people from both sides will be able to attend the wedding.

19. People from which religions can apply?

A bride belonging to any religion is eligible to apply to this programme.

20. Can multiple girls from one parent apply?

Yes, all brides can apply with their own CNIC.

21. Is it mandatory to mention a dowry worth 206,000 to the citizen?

It is not mandatory, but if asked by a citizen, they can be told.

22. What does the dowry include?

It includes necessities of life, and details can be found in advertisements.

23. Will the dowry amount or items be received before the wedding or at the time of the wedding?

The gift and ATM cards will be received at the time of the wedding. The ATM card amount is 100,000. Transactions can be done over two days (50,000 per day).

24. What types of complaints can be filed through this portal?

All categories are available in the complaint portal. If your required category is not available then select a miscellaneous category for further necessary action.

25. How will I know that my complaint has been received?

A complaint reference number will be sent to your provided number and email address. So, you will be able to track your application status with a tracking ID number.

26. Other than Punjab Province people are eligible to apply?

Under this programme, only Punjab-domiciled applicants’ are eligible to apply.

27. Is there any fee challan to applying for this programme?

No, there is no fee challan to apply for this programme.

28. If the bride has already a Bank account?

As per officials, the Bride’s bank account will be open in the Bank of Punjab only.

29. Where to withdraw a salami gift worth Rs.100,000?

From Bank of Punjab ATM, Rs. 50,000 per day.

30. Is there a fee challan to lodge a complaint?

No, there is no fee challan for registering a complaint.