Latest Womens Special schemes implemented by the Tamil Nadu Government in the year 2025 quarter month and their activities

In the first quarter of 2025, the Tamil Nadu government has continued to implement and expand several initiatives aimed at empowering women and enhancing their socio-economic status. Notably:

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1. Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam (Kalaignar Women's Empowerment Grant Scheme):

Ø  Launched in September 2024, this scheme provides monthly financial assistance of ₹1,000 to eligible women family heads in Tamil Nadu.

Ø  As of February 2025, the scheme has benefited approximately 1.06 crore women, aiming to improve their financial independence and standard of living. Eligibility criteria include being above.

Ø  21 years of age, an annual family income not exceeding ₹2.5 lakh, and land holdings limited to 5 acres of wetland or 10 acres of dry land.

Ø  The government has facilitated the enrollment process through e-seva portals to ensure comprehensive coverage. 

2. Tamil Nadu Women Employment and Safety Programme:

Initiated in June 2024, this five-year program, with an investment of ₹1,185 crore and support from the World Bank, focuses on enhancing women's employment opportunities and ensuring their safety. Key components include:

Ø  Talent Assessment Platform: Assessing the skills of girl students in classes VIII to XII in government schools through psychometric tests to help them choose suitable careers.

Ø  'Earlypreneurship' Programme: Introducing entrepreneurial skills to students from the academic year 2024-25 to foster a spirit of entrepreneurship.

Ø  Women's Information Bank: providing details related to skill development, entrepreneurship, psychological counseling, and employment opportunities, along with workplace safety information.

Ø  Model Creche-Cum-After-School Care Centers: Supporting women workers by establishing centers that also serve as community hubs for the elderly living alone.

These initiatives aim to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

3. Revised Income Ceiling for Women and Children Welfare Schemes:

Effective from December 2024, the Tamil Nadu government raised the annual income ceiling for families availing of women and children-centric welfare schemes from ₹72,000 to ₹1.2 lakh. This revision allows more beneficiaries to access various initiatives, including:

Ø  Chief Minister's Girl Child Protection Scheme: Financial support for families with single or two girl children.

Ø  Marriage Assistance Scheme for Daughters of Poor Widows: Financial aid to support marriage expenses.

Ø  Free Supply of Sewing Machines Scheme: Provision of sewing machines to enhance livelihood opportunities. The increased income ceiling reflects the government's commitment to adapting to economic changes and extending support to a broader segment of the population.

These initiatives underscore the Tamil Nadu government's dedication to fostering women's empowerment through financial assistance, employment opportunities, and supportive welfare measures.