Our Honorable Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched (February 3, 2026) a wonderful new scheme called Mukhyamantri Kanya Bibaha Yojana (MKBY) at the famous Tara Tarini Temple in Ganjam district. In a beautiful mass wedding, he blessed 201 couples and even performed ‘kanyadaan’ for some brides. This scheme is all about making sure poor families don’t face money problems when marrying off their daughters – especially for SC/ST and economically weaker sections.

The goal Is- Help girls get married with dignity, stop child marriages, encourage legal registrations, and promote widow remarriages. No more seeing daughters as a “burden” – that’s the strong message from the CM.

What is Mukhyamantri Kanya Bibaha Yojana?

This is a state government scheme to give financial help for marriages of girls from poor families. It was announced in the 2025-26 budget, notified late last year, and now officially launched.

Benefits per eligible bride:

Total assistance: Rs 51,000 (most reliable sources confirm this amount)
Rs 35,000 – Direct transfer (DBT) to the bride’s bank account after marriage registration.
Rs 10,000 – Wedding gift kit (saree, jewellery like bangles/anklets/toe rings, bindi, household items/utensils).
Rs 6,000 – Support for community/mass marriage arrangements (venue, food, etc.).

(Note: A few early reports mentioned Rs 60,000, but latest guidelines and launch details stick to Rs 51,000 total.)The scheme runs for 5 years (2025-26 to 2029-30). The government has set aside around Rs 59 crore for the first year to support mass weddings across Odisha.

Who to Mukhyamantri Kanya Bibaha Yojana Apply

• Both bride and groom must be permanent residents of Odisha.
• Bride’s age: 18 to 35 years.
• Groom’s age: 21 to 35 years.
• Focus on economically weaker families (especially SC/ST communities).
• First marriage preferred, but widow remarriage is fully allowed and encouraged.
• Marriage must be legal, registered, and dowry-free.

(The scheme promotes social good  like no child marriage and equal respect for daughters.)

How to Apply & Get More Info:

Applications are handled at the district level (through Women & Child Development offices, block offices, or empanelled agencies). Strict checks happen to make sure only genuine cases get help.Visit the official Women & Child Development Department website: wcd.odisha.gov.in for guidelines, EOI updates, and forms.
Contact your local CDPO (Child Development Project Officer) or district social welfare office.
Mass weddings will be organized in districts – keep an eye on local announcements.

This scheme is a big step for women’s welfare and social equality in Odisha. Many families will now celebrate marriages without stress.

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