Mangalya - Scheme of Widow Remarriage in Kerala

The Scheme of Widow Remarriage - Mangalya was launched by the Government of Kerala to encourage widow remarriage.

Beneficiaries of Mangalya - Scheme of Widow Remarriage

Women belonging to the age group of 18 – 50 yrs who are legally divorced and widowed.   

Benefits of Mangalya - Scheme of Widow Remarriage

The scheme of Widow Remarriage - Mangalya imparts financial assistance for the widows/divorced to remarry. Kerala government provides financial assistance of Rs. 25,000/- is provided for eligible widows and divorced women.

Eligibility criteria for Mangalya - Scheme of Widow Remarriage

Remarriage certificate (remarriage taken place before the respective registrar) should be produced.  

Documents required for application of Mangalya - Scheme of Widow Remarriage

Following are the documents required for the application of Scheme of Widow Remarriage - Mangalya

• Proof of first marriage.

• Death certificate of the first husband.

• Legal document of divorce.

• Proof of BPL category.

• Proof of age in the form of a school leaving certificate or certificate issued by the competent authority.

• Proof of Remarriage Certificate.    

Implementing Agency of Mangalya - Scheme of Widow Remarriage

The application should be forwarded to District Women and Child Officers through Child Development Project Officers.

Application form

Beneficiary Details

Following are the steps to check the beneficiary details.

• Visit Mangalya widow remarriage in Kerala

• Click on 'Beneficiary Details'

• Enter 'Financial year', 'District' and get the details.