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The Bihar government's innovative 'Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana' is transforming lives of disabled residents. By providing financial assistance up to Rs 1 lakh, the scheme helps couples start businesses and achieve economic independence. Beneficiaries like Rudal Paswan highlight how this support enables them to improve their livelihoods. The program represents a significant step towards social inclusion and economic empowerment for disabled individuals.

Key Points: Bihar's Divyang Scheme Empowers Disabled Couples Financially

  • Bihar provides up to Rs 1 lakh grant for disabled marriage couples
  • Scheme enables entrepreneurship for divyangs with 40% or more disability
  • Social Welfare Department supports livelihood opportunities
  • Couples can use funds for business and household essentials
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Bihar govt's special incentive scheme for Divyangs makes them self-sustainable

Nitish Kumar's innovative marriage incentive program helps disabled couples start businesses and achieve self-sustainability in Bihar

"Earlier, we were running a broken shop, and this was not enough to feed us. But now with this amount, we will open a good shop and increase our earnings. - Rudal Paswan, Beneficiary"

Patna, Sep 6

The 'Mukhyamantri Divyangjan Vivah Protsahan Anudan Yojana', an initiative of the Bihar government, is bringing a significant turnaround in the lives of divyangs (especially abled residents) of Bihar by assisting them, not just in solemnising their marriage but also providing them with adequate opportunities to set up their own enterprises.

The scheme, run by the Bihar Social Welfare Department, aims to empower the lives of divyangs by providing them with social security and also assisting them with financial assistance in setting up their own businesses.

Under the scheme, the beneficiaries are entitled to a grant of up to Rs 1 lakh, which they can use for livelihood expenses, buying household essentials or for employment opportunities.

A couple of beneficiaries spoke to IANS and shared how the scheme has proved to be life-altering for them.

Rudal Paswan said that with this incentive amount, both husband and wife can do business together.

"Earlier, we were running a broken shop, and this was not enough to feed us. But now with this amount, we will open a good shop and increase our earnings," he said.

He said that it is a matter of great fortune for the poor to receive incentive money. He also thanked the Bihar Chief Minister for this amount.

Another divyang beneficiary thanked the Nitish Kumar government for launching a dedicated scheme for the divyang community.

The criteria for becoming a scheme beneficiary are that the applicant has to be a Divyang and their disability has to be 40 per cent or more.

The application has to be made within one year of marriage. By using this assistance, the beneficiaries can mobilise the necessary resources for their livelihood.

Applicants must be residents of Bihar. At least one of the couple must have a disability, and the minimum age at the time of marriage is 18 years for the bride and 21 years for the groom, and both should belong to poor families.

The scheme is operational in many other states, including Madhya Pradesh.

- IANS

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Rahul R
Great scheme but implementation is key. Hope the application process is simple and transparent. Often these benefits don't reach the actual needy due to bureaucracy and corruption. Government should ensure proper monitoring.
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Sunita J
As someone with a disabled family member, I know how difficult it is to start a business. This financial support combined with marriage assistance is truly holistic development. Bihar setting a good example for other states!
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Aman W
The one-year marriage deadline seems a bit restrictive. What about couples married for longer? Still, a positive step towards inclusion. Hope they expand the criteria in future.
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Kavya N
Wonderful to see Rudal Paswan's story! This is exactly how government schemes should work - empowering people to stand on their own feet rather than just giving temporary relief. More power to our divyang community! 💪
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Michael C
Impressive social welfare approach. The combination of marriage support and entrepreneurial funding addresses both personal and economic needs. This could be a model for other developing regions facing similar challenges.

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