Tamil Nadu CM unveils ₹4,000 crore Annapoorani Super Six Scheme for 13 million families
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Why in news
Tamil Nadu CM announced the Annapoorani Super Six Scheme to provide LPG subsidies to 13 million families to mitigate rising fuel costs.
Background
The scheme involves a ₹4,000 crore outlay to reimburse three domestic LPG cylinders annually. It targets low-income families (earning up to ₹2.5 lakh/year), marginal farmers, and families of persons with disabilities.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemeAnnapoorani Super Six Scheme: A Tamil Nadu state initiative to provide LPG subsidies.
- FactTarget beneficiaries: 13 million families.
- FactEligibility: Families with annual income up to ₹2.5 lakh.
- FactImplementation: Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to bank accounts starting Pongal 2027.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) and targeted subsidies can effectively alleviate the impact of inflation on low-income households in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- fiscal feasibility
- DBT efficiency
- inflationary impact on rural poor
- social safety nets
Keywords: Direct Benefit Transfer · Social Welfare · Inflationary Pressure · Targeted Subsidies · LPG Accessibility
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