SchemesThursday, 25 June 2026·The Hindu - Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu launches Thaaimaaman Thanga Mothira Thittam: 1-gram gold ring for newborns in government hospitals
Tamil Nadu has announced a ₹755.83 crore annual scheme to give a 1-gram gold ring to newborns delivered in government hospitals.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In June 2026, the Tamil Nadu government announced the ‘Thaaimaaman Thanga Mothira Thittam’ with an annual allocation of ₹755.83 crore to give a 1-gram gold ring to newborn babies delivered in government hospitals.
Key specifics
- Eligible beneficiaries are newborn babies delivered in government hospitals in Tamil Nadu.
- The scheme applies to parents who are permanent residents of Tamil Nadu.
- Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will inaugurate the initiative on September 15, 2026.
- The rollout is retrospective from June 22, 2026, Vijay’s birthday.
- The initiative is part of the ‘Vetri Tamizhagam’ vision document of the TVK-led government.
Exam lens
TNPSC scheme-based question, annual outlay ₹755.83 crore, 1-gram gold ring, September 15, 2026 inauguration, retrospective date June 22, 2026; likely asked as a match-the-following on scheme, beneficiary and launch date.