We need fiscal prudence during elections
M.K. Stalin, the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, surprised 1.31 crore women by transferring ₹5,000 each to them as part of the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai (KMUT) scheme. This move, which includes a 'special summer assistance' of ₹2,000, incurred an expenditure of ₹6,550 crore and drew both praise and criticism from political parties. The pre-poll bonanza is not unique to Tamil Nadu as other states have also implemented similar schemes in recent years, often with the intention of influencing voters.
15 FEB 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Tamil Nadu's Chief Minister implemented a large-scale financial transfer program, the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai, to 1.31 crore women, incurring a significant expenditure.
17 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
K. Annamalai, former BJP state president, criticized the Tamil Nadu government's economic policies, alleging insufficient revenue generation and lack of job creation schemes.
18 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
DMK President M.K. Stalin directed party officials to launch a door-to-door "Vellum Tamil Pengal" campaign by March 8th to educate women about government achievements.
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