n a move that brought relief and smiles to millions of homes, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M. K. Stalin on Friday ensured that ₹5,000 was credited directly into the bank accounts of 1.31 crore women across the State.
The amount has been transferred under the government’s flagship Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme, which provides financial assistance to women heads of families.
Of the ₹5,000 credited, ₹3,000 covers advance payments of ₹1,000 each for February, March and April. The remaining ₹2,000 has been given as a special summer support amount to help families manage rising seasonal expenses.
The Chief Minister said the advance transfer was meant to ensure women continue receiving financial support without disruption during the election period. He described the scheme not as a favour, but as a rightful entitlement for women who shoulder family responsibilities every day.
Launched in September 2023, the scheme has grown steadily and now supports 1.31 crore beneficiaries across Tamil Nadu. The direct bank transfer model has made the process faster and more transparent, with funds reaching women without middlemen.
With Assembly elections due in April–May, the announcement is also seen as a major outreach effort to women voters. Stalin has further promised that if re-elected, the monthly assistance will be increased from ₹1,000 to ₹2,000.
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