27-05-2025
Mass marriage a strong step against dowry, says CM Yogi
Gorakhpur: Over 1,200 couples tied the knot under the Mukhyamantri Samuhik Vivah Yojana in a grand ceremony held on the premises of Hindustan Fertilizer Plant in Gorakhpur on Monday.
It was the first such event since the state govt raised the financial assistance to Rs 1 lakh per couple.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, who personally blessed the newlyweds, said that a good govt ensures prosperity by focusing on the welfare of the poor.
"The Mukhyamantri Samuhik Vivah Yojana reflects the govt's vision to empower the underprivileged while challenging social evils like dowry, child marriage, and polygamy," he said.
Under the revised scheme, Rs 60,000 is directly transferred to the bride's account while the remaining amount covers essentials like household items and wedding arrangements. The CM noted that this initiative, in line with PM Modi's welfare policies, benefits couples from all castes and religions, following their customs. Wishing the newlyweds a prosperous and happy life during the event, Yogi reiterated that the govt will continue to work towards empowering every family.
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"Dowry is one such outdated practice, and the Mukhyamantri Samuhik Vivah Yojana is a strong step against it," he said. The CM also highlighted other flagship schemes like Kanya Sumangala Yojana, Ayushman Bharat, and Matru Vandana Yojana, stating that 24 lakh girls in UP have already benefited from Kanya Sumangala alone.
Yogi said the double-engine government has lifted 6 crore people in UP out of multidimensional poverty, while 80 crore citizens are receiving free rations. He emphasized the importance of educating daughters and creating a supportive ecosystem for youth through schemes like Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyami Yojana.
Calling it an honour to participate in the sacred act of kanyadaan, the CM gifted 'Shagun Kits' to select couples and showered petals on the newlyweds. The event also saw the presence of several local MLAs, MPs, and BJP leaders.
