Actor-turned-politician and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay on Saturday announced a series of women-centric poll promises, including the establishment of special fast-track courts for the expeditious disposal of cases related to crimes against women, during a party event held to mark International Women’s Day in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu.
Addressing party workers at the event, Vijay outlined a range of welfare and safety initiatives aimed at strengthening support systems for women, children and the elderly across the state
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As part of his poll promises, he announced that every family would receive six free LPG cylinders annually, while the women’s rights allowance would be increased to Rs 2,500 per month for women heads of families up to the age of 60, excluding state and central government employees.
“Every family will be provided 6 free LPG gas cylinders per year. The women’s rights allowance will be increased to Rs 2,500 per month. A separate department for women, children, and the elderly will be created, and it will function under my direct supervision. Ensuring the safety and welfare of women, children, and the elderly is one of our fundamental principles. A separate department dedicated to women and children will be established. A monthly assistance of Rs 2,500 will be provided to all women heads of families up to the age of 60. However, state and central government employees will be exempted from this scheme,” he said.
As part of the party’s pre-poll promises, Vijay introduced the “Annapoorani Super Six Scheme,” under which brides would receive one sovereign (8 grams) of gold and a silk saree as a ceremonial gift for their marriage. He also unveiled the “Kamarajar Education Rights Scheme,” which will provide Rs 15,000 annually to mothers or guardians to ensure that children remain in school from Class 1 to Class 12.
“Annapoorani Super Six Scheme- under this scheme, every family will receive six LPG cylinders free of cost each year. Annan Seer Scheme- For the marriage of daughters, the bride will be provided with one sovereign (8 grams) of gold and a silk saree as a ceremonial gift from her maternal home,” he said.
Vijay added, “Kamarajar Education Rights Scheme- To ensure that no child drops out of school from Class 1 to Class 12, every mother or guardian will receive Rs. 15,000 annually as financial assistance.”
For women’s mobility and safety, Vijay proposed the “Vetri Payanam (Victory Journey) Scheme,” which will allow women to travel free of cost on all government buses. He also announced the formation of the “Rani Velu Nachiyar Force,” a special unit of women officers who will be deployed in plain clothes with body cameras to enhance security in public spaces.
“Vetri Payanam (Victory Journey) Scheme- Women will be allowed to travel free of cost on all government buses. To ensure women’s safety, a Rani Velu Nachiyar Force will be created. Women officers from this force, in plain clothes and equipped with body cameras, will be deployed across various locations for security duties. 500 teams will be formed across the state to ensure women’s safety,” he said.
Vijay said “Anjalai Ammal Fast-Track Courts for Women” would be established to ensure the swift investigation and disposal of crimes against women.
“Anjalai Ammal Fast-Track Courts for Women will be established to quickly investigate and deliver justice in crimes against women. Smart panic buttons will be introduced for women’s safety in public transport. These will be installed in all public transport vehicles, including private share autos. Through these systems, a response and protection will be ensured within five minutes,” he said.
“Zero dark spots will be created by ensuring CCTV cameras and proper lighting in all vulnerable areas. Modern command centres will monitor these systems to ensure women’s safety. Free sanitary pads will be distributed through public distribution points such as ration shops, schools, and colleges.”
“Singa Pengal (Empowered Women) Development Scheme-Women-run Self-Help Groups (SHGs) will receive interest-free funding up to ₹5 lakh to enhance their production capacity. SHGs that transform into registered MSMEs will also receive Rs 5 lakh annually as a 100% grant.”
He said “Thaai Maaman Gold Ring Scheme- To celebrate the birth of every child in Tamil Nadu, the Thaai Maaman Gold Ring Scheme will be introduced. Every newborn child will receive a gold ring as a blessing from the government. A Baby Welcome Kit will also be provided containing: Nutritional supplements, Baby clothes, Baby soaps, Baby oil, Baby powder, Mosquito nets, Toys and Napkins and diapers.”
The Election Commission of India (ECI) has not yet announced the official poll schedule for the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections. The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly elections are expected to be held in April or May, as the current assembly’s term is set to expire on May 10.
(With ANI Inputs)
