Tamil Nadu Orders Joyalukkas Kalyan Jewellers to Supply 128499 Gold Rings

Why in news

Tamil Nadu government launched the 'Thaimaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam' scheme to provide gold rings to newborns in government hospitals.

Background

The Tamil Nadu government issued work orders to Joyalukkas and Kalyan Jewellers to supply 128,499 one-gram gold rings. The scheme is estimated to cost ₹755.83 crore and aims to provide rings to babies born in government hospitals starting June 22, 2026.

Facts for Prelims

• SchemeThaimaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam: A Tamil Nadu state scheme to provide gold rings to newborns.
• FactTotal rings to be supplied: 128,499.
• FactTotal estimated cost of the scheme: ₹755.83 crore.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the role of state-sponsored welfare schemes in improving maternal and child health outcomes in India.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

• social safety nets
• healthcare accessibility
• fiscal sustainability
• impact on infant mortality

Keywords: welfare schemes · social justice · maternal health · public health infrastructure

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