Ungaludan Stalin: Tamil Nadu CM Launches Mega Outreach Scheme With 10,000 Camps
The initiative will see over 10,000 camps being organised throughout Tamil Nadu, where more than 40 services are being provided by 15 departments in rural areas and 43 services by 13 departments in urban areas. The first phase, from July 15 to August 15, consists of 3,563 camps, 1,428 in urban areas and 2,135 in rural areas. (News18 Tamil)
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A key highlight of these camps is the application process for the Kalaignar Women's Rights Fund, officially known as the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam. Women eligible for the scheme can collect the application form only at the camp locations. These forms are not available at any government office, nor can they be obtained through agents or intermediaries. (News18 Tamil)
The filled applications will be verified, and a list of eligible beneficiaries will be published soon. The camps are open from 9 am to 3 pm. (News18 Tamil)
Eligible women are encouraged to visit their nearest camp, fill in the required details correctly, and submit the application on the spot to avail themselves of the scheme's benefits. (News18 Tamil)
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