The Punjab government has expanded the Dhee Rani Program

Punjab Extends Dhee Rani Scheme Quota, Doubles Marrying Aid

The decision is taken by the Punjab government to increase the number of beneficiaries under the ‘Dhee Rani Program’ from 3,000 to 5,000.

 

The Punjab government has expanded the Dhee Rani Program

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has also approved the enhancement in the cash assistance entitlement under this scheme from Rs. 100,000 to Rs. 200,000.

 

For the financial year 2025-26, the Punjab Finance Department has allocated Rs. 1.70 billion to the Dhee Rani program. This has also been approved by the Project Steering Committee in terms of expansion and financial provisions.

 

 

Nevertheless, vendor payments of Rs. 660 million could not be incorporated in the budget. The outstanding dues regarding the program media campaign shall be settled within the fiscal year.

Regarding the advertising campaign, the Finance Department has issued a notification to conduct it through the Directorate General of Public Relations (DGPR).

 

An amount of 50 million rupees is required to brand the Dhee Rani ceremonies in the 36 districts of Punjab.

Further, Rs. 8 million will be utilized for Bank of Punjab (BOP) cards for conducting 5,000 marriages in the financial year 2025-26.

 

The Finance Department has turned down a proposal that sought an additional Rs. 223 million and has therefore resolved that the project will be implemented within the budget of Rs. 1.70 billion.