- Political developments began in Chennai, which is located within the state of Tamil Nadu.
- State Secretariat held meetings in Chennai to lead a high-level review of state governance issues.
Tamil Nadu to Launch Gold Ring Scheme in Madurai on September 28
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What happened
The government of Tamil Nadu is set to launch the Thaimaaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam, or maternal uncle gold ring scheme, in Madurai on September 28. The scheme provides a one-gram, 22-carat gold ring to eligible children born in government hospitals from June 22, 2026. The state has made an annual budgetary provision of Rs 755.83 crore to supply 4.41 lakh rings throughout the year.
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Why it matters
The scheme was announced following a review meeting chaired by Vijay at the Secretariat. The first phase alone requires 1.28 lakh rings, which are procured through the Tamil Nadu Medical Services Corporation from Joyalukkas and Kalyan Jewellers in a 70:30 ratio.
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Who's involved
- VijayPolitician whose leadership and promises influenced the scheme's development
- Tamil NaduState government implementing the high-budget welfare scheme
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The entities involved
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Vijay
Indian film actor, director, business man, and Politician
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secretariat
department that fulfils the central administrative or general secretary duties of an international organization
Related events
- Vijay met a professor from Madras Institute of Development Studies at the secretariat on October 29, 2026.
- Vijay reviewed the preparedness measures taken by the Greater Chennai Corporation.
- Celebrations were held at the Government Museum in Tamil Nadu, boosting the handloom sector.
- Political meetings and alliance formation involving Durai Vaiko and CM Vijay in Tamil Nadu.