Madhya Pradesh: CM addresses mass wedding ceremony in Khargone

Madhya Pradesh: CM addresses mass wedding ceremony in Khargone

The state government has implemented several schemes and provisions to make girls a boon and not a burden.

FP News ServiceUpdated: Tuesday, May 30, 2023, 11:15 PM IST
article-image
CM addresses mass wedding ceremony in Khargone | FP Photo

Khargone (Madhya Pradesh): Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan virtually addressed mass wedding ceremony, organised at district-level at Kapas Mandi in Khargone under Mukhya Mantri Kanyadan Yojana.

He also sang a wedding song in the programme. About 165 couples tied a knot in the ceremony. MP Gajendra Patel, who was present as guest said that, with CM Kanyadan Yojana, the government was also getting a golden opportunity to bless the newlyweds.

Khargone Municipal Council CMO Priyanka Patel said that, a cheque of Rs 49,000 was given to the brides, so that the newly-married couples can buy household items. After marriage, brides would also get the benefit of Mukhya Mantri Ladli Bahna Yojana according to eligibility.

The state government has implemented several schemes and provisions to make girls a boon and not a burden. Neem saplings were also presented to couples to promote forestation. Collector Shivraj Singh Verma, former agriculture minister Patidar, SDM Omnarayan Singh, deputy collector Shirali Jain and others were also present.

RECENT STORIES

MP June 2 Weather Update: State To See Rain And Thunder Till June 5, Monsoon Likely After June 10

MP June 2 Weather Update: State To See Rain And Thunder Till June 5, Monsoon Likely After June 10

'No Muslim To Be allowed...': Bhopal Sub-Inspector Instructs Gym Owner In Viral Video

'No Muslim To Be allowed...': Bhopal Sub-Inspector Instructs Gym Owner In Viral Video

MP Board Extends Last Date To Apply For Class 10 & 12 Second Exam — Grab Your Chance By June 8

MP Board Extends Last Date To Apply For Class 10 & 12 Second Exam — Grab Your Chance By June 8

'Don’t Let Kids Pop Out Through Car Sunroof': Madhya Pradesh Traffic Cop’s Calm Warning Goes...

'Don’t Let Kids Pop Out Through Car Sunroof': Madhya Pradesh Traffic Cop’s Calm Warning Goes...

Meghalaya Launches Massive Search For Missing Indore Couple Using Drones & Dog Squad

Meghalaya Launches Massive Search For Missing Indore Couple Using Drones & Dog Squad