Overview

• The Telangana government has amended its Marriage Incentive Scheme to include couples where both partners are persons with disabilities.
• A ₹1 lakh financial incentive will be provided under the scheme, payable in the wife's name, as per the government order issued on May 19, 2025.
• Previously, the scheme applied only to mixed-ability couples, excluding unions where both individuals had disabilities.
• The policy revision, spearheaded by Minister Danasari Anasuya Seethakka, addresses a longstanding discriminatory gap in the scheme.
• The decision aligns with broader efforts to promote inclusivity, equity, and dignity for persons with disabilities in Telangana.