Chandranna Pelli Kanuka Scheme
About Chandranna Pelli Kanuka Scheme
The state government has introduced the Chandranna Pelli Kanuka Scheme to reduce caste discrimination in Andhra Pradesh and promote inter-caste marriages. Under this scheme, selected citizens can receive up to INR 100,000. The money will be directly transferred to the applicant’s bank account. This scheme is designed to help financially unstable citizens with their marriage expenses. The main goal is to eliminate the discrimination faced by lower caste citizens in India.Overview of Chandranna Pelli Kanuka Scheme
| Name | Chandranna Pelli Kanuka Scheme |
| Initiated by | Government of Andhra Pradesh |
| Benefits | Financial assistance of Rs 1 lakh for inter-caste marriage |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | – |
Required Documents for Bride
1) DOB2) Income Certificate
3) Electricity bill.
4) Mobile Number
5) 10th class certificate.
Required Documents for Groom
1) DOB2) Income Certificate
3) Electricity bill.
4) Mobile Number
5) 10th class certificate.
Benefits of Chandranna Pelli Kanuka Scheme
1) Selected applicants will receive financial help from the Andhra Pradesh government.2) Up to INR 1 lakh will be directly transferred to their bank accounts.
3) This scheme allows financially unstable citizens to marry without financial worries.
4) It also aims to reduce discrimination against lower caste citizens.
Eligibility Criteria for Bride
1) The bride must be over 18 years old.2) She must have completed the 10th grade.
3) Her family's annual income should not exceed INR 10,000 in rural areas and INR 12,000 in urban areas.
4) Her family should not own a four-wheeler except a taxi or tractor.
5) No member of her family should be an income taxpayer.
Eligibility Criteria for Groom
1) The groom must be over 21 years old.2) He must have completed the 10th grade.
3) His family's annual income should not exceed INR 10,000 in rural areas and INR 12,000 in urban areas.
4) His family should not own a four-wheeler except a taxi or tractor.
5) No member of his family should be an income taxpayer.
Chandranna Pelli Kanuka Scheme Working Process
1) The bride and groom should visit the DA/WEDPS in the Secretariat 30 days after their marriage to apply for the scheme. Alternatively, they can fill out the application form on the official website.2) Both physical and online application forms will be sent to the WEA/WWDS.
3) The WEA/WWDS will conduct field verification and e-KYC for the bride, groom, and bride's mother and upload the necessary documents.
4) After verification by WEA/WWDS, the application will be sent to the MPDO/MC.
5) The MPDO/MC will check all the documents and remarks from the WEA/WWDS. After verifying, they will forward the application to PD-DRDA.
6) The PD-DRDA will verify the documents and forward the application for a six-step validation.
7) After the six-step validation, the application will be sent to the district collector’s office.
8) Once the district collector approves the application, it will be forwarded to the respective State Welfare Corporations.
9) The respective Corporations will process the payment to the bride's mother or the bride, as applicable.
Chandranna Pelli Kanuka Scheme Application Process
1) To apply for the Chandranna Pelli Kanuka Scheme, visit the official website within sixty days and fill out the application form.2) On the homepage, click on "Apply Here."
3) A new page will open where you need to enter all the required details and attach the necessary documents.
4) After filling in the details, review them and click "Submit."
5) Your application will be sent to the concerned authority for review.
6) If selected, you will receive financial assistance directly in your bank account.