
TVK chief Vijay announced multiple welfare promises targeting women ahead of the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. These include a monthly financial aid of Rs 2,500 for women up to age 60 (excluding government employees), a sovereign gold and silk saree as wedding gifts, six free LPG cylinders annually, and free bus travel for women. Additional schemes include a gold ring and baby kit for newborns, annual educational support to prevent school dropouts, interest-free loans for women’s self-help groups, and safety measures like smart panic buttons in public transport.
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