<h1>Uttar Pradesh increases mass wedding scheme assistance to Rs 1 lakh per couple with digital surveillance</h1> The Uttar Pradesh government announced plans to facilitate marriages for over one lakh couples in 2025 under its mass wedding scheme. Financial assistance has been increased to Rs 1 lakh per couple from 2025-26. The state has implemented comprehensive oversight mechanisms including digital surveillance, biometric verification, cross-district observers, and centralized firm selection to ensure transparency and prevent irregularities. Special arrangements include mandatory presence of welfare officers at events, Aadhaar verification requirements, and direct reporting systems. The initiative aims to provide social assistance while promoting community cooperation and women's dignity through technological integration and strict monitoring protocols.