NewKerala.com

Tamil Nadu Women Celebrate Rs 5000 Direct Benefit Under Magalir Urimai Scheme

Women in Chennai district expressed joy after receiving Rs 5000 directly in their bank accounts under the Tamil Nadu government's Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced the deposit, which includes an advance for three months and a special summer package. The timing of the announcement, ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections, has drawn criticism from opposition parties. Stalin has promised to double the monthly assistance from Rs 1000 to Rs 2000 if his government is re-elected.

Key Points: Tamil Nadu Women Get Rs 5000 via Magalir Urimai Thogai Scheme

  • Rs 5000 deposited for 1.31 crore beneficiaries
  • Advance deposit for Feb-Apr plus summer package
  • Scheme ahead of 2026 polls draws criticism
  • Promise to double monthly aid if re-elected
2 min read

Tamil Nadu: Women rejoice after recieving Rs. 5000 in bank accounts under Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme in Chennai

Women in Chennai receive Rs 5000 in bank accounts under TN's Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme. CM Stalin announces advance deposit and special package.

"We see CM as our father, and he should win so that he will do even more for women. - Amirtham"

Chennai, February 14

Women in Chennai district received Rs 5000 on Saturday morning under the State Government's Magalir Urimai Thogai scheme of the State Government, directly in their bank accounts.

Sharing the happiness on receiving the money, Saritha said, "We are very happy and thank our Chief Minister. The money will be very useful for my family and me."

Another receiver, Renuka, applauded Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin for increasing the allowance from Rs 1000 to Rs 5000. She said, "We are very happy and don't know how to thank and celebrate this. Getting Rs 1000 itself is great, and now Rs 5000 is the greatest. We are very thankful to CM Stalin."

Amirtham hailed CM Stalin, saying that he is like a "father" and should win in the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections 2026 and continue the work towards the upliftment of women.

"I got Magalir Urimai Thogai instalment money of Rs 5000. We see CM as our father, and he should win so that he will do even more for women," she said.

Earlier on Friday, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced that Rs 3,000 had been deposited in advance for February, March and April, along with a Rs 2,000 "summer special package," taking the total to Rs 5,000 for 1.31 crore beneficiaries this month.

He asserted that his government acted ahead of attempts to "block" the scheme due to the upcoming polls and promised that under "Dravidian Model 2.0," the Rs 1,000 monthly assistance would be doubled to Rs 2,000 if re-elected.

However, the timing of the announcement, ahead of the 2026 Assembly polls, led to criticism from Opposition parties.

The 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly will go to the polls in the first half of 2026. In 2021, the DMK secured 133 seats, leading the Secular Progressive Alliance to victory, while the AIADMK won 66 seats.

- ANI

Share this article:

Reader Comments

R
Rohit P
While the scheme's intent is good, the timing is clearly political. Announcing it just before the 2026 elections and calling it a "summer special package" feels like a blatant attempt to buy votes. Good governance should be consistent, not election-centric.
S
Suresh O
As someone from a neighbouring state, I wish our government would implement similar women-centric schemes. Putting money directly in the hands of mothers and homemakers has a direct impact on family welfare. Kudos to TN.
A
Amanda J
Interesting model. The promise to double it if re-elected puts the onus on the voters. It's a significant financial commitment for the state treasury. Hope the fiscal math is sustainable in the long run.
M
Meera T
My aunt in Chennai received this. The joy is real! For many middle and lower-income families, this isn't a small amount. It brings immediate relief. Calling the CM a "father" might sound over the top to some, but it reflects genuine gratitude.
K
Karthik V
The opposition's criticism is valid, but let's not miss the forest for the trees. If a government does a good thing, even for political gain, the people still benefit. 1.31 crore beneficiaries is a massive number. The implementation seems efficient.

We welcome thoughtful discussions from our readers. Please keep comments respectful and on-topic.

Leave a Comment

Minimum 50 characters 0/50