One-gram gold ring for babies born in T.N. government hospitals (opens original article in a new tab)

Tamil Nadu government launches scheme providing one-gram gold rings to newborns in government hospitals, part of broader maternal and child welfare initiatives.

• Tamil Nadu government allocates ₹755.83 crore annually for one-gram gold rings for newborns in government hospitals
• Scheme starts retrospectively from June 22, 2026, and will be inaugurated by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on September 15
• Objective is to honor children and mothers, part of 'Vetri Tamizhagam' vision document
• Previous governments implemented maternal and child welfare initiatives that improved health indicators