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Part of situation: C. Joseph Vijay administration in Tamil Nadu (14 clusters)

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay launches gold ring scheme for newborns

Thai Maaman Gold Ring Scheme Tamil Nadu healthcare C. Joseph Vijay maternal health government hospital welfare

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay launched the ‘Thai Maaman Thanga Mothiram’ (Maternal Uncle Gold Ring) scheme at Government Rajaji Hospital in Madurai on September 28, 2026. The initiative provides a one-gram, 22-carat gold ring to eligible newborns born in government hospitals and primary health centres across the state.

The scheme, which fulfills a key electoral promise from the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, is being implemented retrospectively for babies born from June 22, 2026. The state government has allocated approximately Rs 755.83 crore annually for the program. To ensure transparency, each ring features a unique serial number and is provided in tamper-proof packaging.

Officials stated the program aims to encourage institutional deliveries, celebrate childbirth, and bolster public confidence in the state’s healthcare infrastructure. By utilizing the cultural symbolism of the maternal uncle providing gifts, the government hopes to incentivize families to choose public medical facilities over private ones.

The initiative has faced criticism from the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), with officials suggesting that essential nutrition should be a higher priority for families than gold rings. Additionally, some critics have noted the scheme reinforces patriarchal norms through its naming and cultural framing.

Entities

Arun Raj · Bharatiya Janata Party · C. Joseph Vijay · Government Rajaji Hospital · Government Rajaji Hospital · Madurai · Tamil Nadu · Tamil Nadu Government · Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam

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  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Special arrangements have been made in 107 hospitals across Tamil Nadu to provide gold rings to 1.28 million children.
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] Beneficiaries must present an e-KYC-verified Aadhaar card and one other prescribed identity or residence document.
  • [● 3 SOURCES] Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay launched the 'Thai Maman Thanga Mothiram' scheme at Government Rajaji Hospital in Madurai. www.latestly.com
  • [○ 1 SOURCE] In Madurai district, 6,400 children are scheduled to receive the gold rings.
  • [● 2 SOURCES] The scheme provides a one-gram, 22-carat gold ring to eligible newborns born in government hospitals and primary health centres. www.latestly.com
  • [● 2 SOURCES] The scheme is being implemented across Tamil Nadu, excluding Maduranthakam and Dharapuram due to upcoming bypolls. www.latestly.com

Sources

'என் பேரன் முதலமைச்சர் விஜய் வந்தப்போ பார்க்க முடியலையே. . ': 'மெர்சல்' சிட்டுக்குருவி பாட்டி உருக்கம்!-"I couldn't see my grandson Vijay when he visited. . . ": The 'Mersal' 'Chittukuruvi' (Sparrow) grandmother speaks poignantly. [www.maalaimalar.com]
TN CM Vijay launches gold ring scheme for newborns [www.edexlive.com]
Un gramme d’or pour chaque bébé né à l’hôpital dans le sud de l’Inde [lesinguliersete.fr]
TN CM Vijay launches gold ring scheme for newborns in Madurai - tennews. in: National News Portal [tennews.in]
DT Next News Recap: What are the top headlines of today, September 28, 2026? [www.dtnext.in]
TN Thaimaaman gold ring scheme: Eligibility, documents and how to claim [english.mathrubhumi.com]
மதுரையில் நடைபெற்ற நிகழ்வில் ‘தாய்மாமன் தங்க மோதிரம்’ திட்டம் தொடக்கம் [www.hindutamil.in]
En Inde, les bébés nés dans les hôpitaux publics valent de l'or [information.tv5monde.com]
ಸೋದರಮಾವನ ಬಂಗಾರದ ಉಂಗುರ ಯೋಜನೆ ಜಾರಿ, ಸಿಎಂ ವಿಜಯ್ ಎಷ್ಟು ಗ್ರಾಂ ಚಿನ್ನ ಕೊಡ್ತಾರೆ? [kannada.asianetnews.com]
India News | Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Launches 'Thai Maman Thanga Mothiram' Scheme for Newborns [www.latestly.com]
தாய்மாமன் திட்டம்; குழந்தைகளுக்குத் தங்க மோதிரத்தை எப்படிப் பெற வேண்டும்? [www.nakkheeran.in]
One Gram Of Gold For Newborns: What TN CM Vijay's New Tamil Nadu Scheme Means, Who Is Eligible [newsable.asianetnews.com]
2000ஆம் ஆண்டு விஜய்க்கு மகன் பிறந்தபோது அதே மருத்துவமனையில் பிறந்த குழந்தைகளுக்கு தங்க மோதிரம் கொடுத்தார். . அப்போது மோதிரம் பெற்றவர்களில் ஒருவர் மதுரை தீப்ஷிகா. . நேற்று தாய்மாமன் தங்க மோதிர திட்டத்தில் தீப்ஷிகாவின் குழந்தைக்கு முதலமைச்சர் விஜய் கையால் தங்க மோதிரம் [tamilminutes.com]
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay Launches Gold Ring Scheme for Newborns [thecsrjournal.in]
Special delivery: India state hands out gold for newborns [thesun.my]
Bang ở Ấn Độ tặng nhẫn vàng cho mọi trẻ em sinh ra tại bệnh viện công [tuoitre.vn]
Bayi baharu lahir diberikan cincin emas [www.utusan.com.my]
Video: CM Vijay Kneels, Smiles As He Gives Gold Ring To Baby Girl Under Thai Maaman Scheme [www.news18.com]
Vijay’s TVK govt launches gold ring scheme for babies born in govt hospitals [www.thenewsminute.com]