Tamil Nadu CM Vijay to Unveil One‑Gram Gold Ring Scheme for Newborns on Sept 28

Chief Minister Vijay announced that the Tamil Nadu government will roll out a new welfare initiative on September 28, offering a one‑gram gold ring to every newborn in the state. The scheme aims to promote early health check‑ups and create a tangible asset for families at the time of birth.
Under the programme, each infant registered under the state's birth registration system will receive the gold ring free of charge. The rings will be distributed through local health centres and district hospitals, with officials ensuring that the benefit reaches even remote villages.
The government has earmarked funds for the initiative as part of its broader child‑welfare budget, and the Department of Health and Family Welfare will coordinate the logistics. Officials said the move also seeks to encourage timely immunisation and regular health monitoring.
State officials expect the scheme to benefit millions of newborns over the coming years, reinforcing Tamil Nadu's reputation for innovative social welfare measures.