Dhee Rani November 2026: Lahore, Vehari and Khanewal Ceremony Dates

If your family has applied for the Dhee Rani Programme, November brings the dates you have been waiting for. The programme will hold collective marriage ceremonies for 5,000 deserving couples across Punjab in 2026-27, and the first ceremonies begin in Lahore on 12 November 2026. Dates are now confirmed for Lahore, Vehari and Khanewal, while Faisalabad division prepares for December. This guide gives you the district calendar, the gift for each couple, and the helpline to call.

Dhee Rani November 2026: Lahore Opens the Ceremonies

• Start date: Ceremonies begin in Lahore on 12 November 2026, opening the programme’s 2026-27 calendar across Punjab.
• Provincial target: 5,000 deserving couples will benefit from collective marriage ceremonies across Punjab during the financial year 2026-27.
• Applications received: More than 25,000 applications came in through the programme’s online portal and the Maryam Ko Batain mobile application.
• Verification done: Tehsil-level verification has been completed for more than 7,500 applications so far.
• Who is prioritised: The programme prioritises orphaned, destitute, vulnerable and other deserving brides.
• Decision forum: Social Welfare Minister Sohail Shaukat Butt reviewed preparations at the 10th meeting of the Provincial Steering Committee.
• What was reviewed: The committee reviewed preparations, scrutiny of applications and arrangements for ceremonies across Punjab.
• Why it matters: The programme eases the financial burden on deserving families and lets brides begin married life with dignity.

Vehari Mass Wedding on 19 November

• Date and venue: Vehari will hold its mass wedding for 100 couples at Khursheed Anwar Stadium on 19 November 2026.
• Phase: The Vehari ceremony is part of the programme’s fourth phase.
• Review meeting: Arrangements were reviewed on 30 October by Deputy Commissioner Khalid Javed Goraya.
• Cleanliness: Suthra Punjab teams will handle cleanliness at the venue and across the ceremony area.
• Food safety: The Punjab Food Authority will monitor food quality served at the ceremony.
• Medical cover: Rescue 1122 will set up a medical camp and keep ambulances ready at the venue.
• What to watch: Families in Vehari should watch for the final list of selected couples after verification is complete.

Khanewal Mass Wedding on 19 November

• Date and venue: Khanewal will hold its mass wedding for 200 couples at Khanewal Public School on 19 November 2026.
• Phase: The Khanewal ceremony is also part of the programme’s fourth phase.
• Review: Preparations were reviewed on 29 October, ahead of the ceremony date.
• Scale: With 200 couples, Khanewal hosts one of the largest single-day ceremonies in the November calendar.
• Same day, two districts: Vehari and Khanewal both hold their ceremonies on 19 November, so district teams will run parallel arrangements.
• Selection: Only verified and selected couples will take part, and final lists follow the same scrutiny process used across the province.

Faisalabad Division Ceremonies in December

• Division target: Collective weddings will be arranged for 500 deserving girls across four districts of Faisalabad division.
• Expected month: Ceremonies are expected in December 2026, after final scrutiny is complete.
• Applications: The fourth phase in the division received 1,607 applications from the four districts.
• Verified so far: 604 applicants have been verified so far by the tehsil verification committees.
• Final scrutiny: The Punjab Information Technology Board will conduct the final scrutiny before eligibility is confirmed.
• No fixed date yet: No exact December date has been announced for Faisalabad division, so families should follow official updates rather than unofficial lists.

What Each Couple Receives

• Cash gift: Each couple receives Rs 100,000 through an ATM card issued by the Bank of Punjab.
• Guest meals: Food is served to 20 guests per couple at the ceremony.
• All expenses covered: The government bears all ceremony expenses, so selected families pay nothing for the event itself.
• Programme budget: The programme has an announced budget of Rs 1 billion for this work.
• Dignity first: Every ceremony is arranged so that brides and their families are treated with full respect and protocol.
• Official channels only: Apply and check your status only through the programme’s official portal and the Maryam Ko Batain app.

How to Apply and Check Your Status

• Application channels: Applications were received through the programme’s online portal and the Maryam Ko Batain mobile application.
• Verification steps: Tehsil-level verification comes first, and the Punjab Information Technology Board conducts the final scrutiny before eligibility is confirmed.
• Helpline: Call 1312 for help with the programme, including questions about your application and ceremony date.
• Check your status: If you applied, watch for the final scrutiny outcome, which follows tehsil verification.
• District calendar: After Lahore, ceremonies will roll out in other districts under the 2026-27 calendar reviewed by the steering committee.

Conclusion

The Dhee Rani November 2026 calendar gives families clear dates to plan around, with Lahore on 12 November, Vehari and Khanewal on 19 November, and Faisalabad division to follow in December. If you applied, check your verification status through the official portal or app, and call 1312 if you need help.

FAQs

When do the Dhee Rani ceremonies start in November 2026?

Lahore on 12 November 2026, then Vehari and Khanewal on 19 November 2026.

How many couples will benefit from the Dhee Rani Programme in 2026-27?

5,000 deserving couples across Punjab during the financial year 2026-27.

What does each couple receive under the programme?

Each couple gets Rs 100,000 through a Bank of Punjab ATM card, food for 20 guests, and all ceremony expenses paid by the government.

How can I check my Dhee Rani application status?

Use the programme’s official online portal or the Maryam Ko Batain app, or call helpline 1312.