On August 22, Stalin participated in the launch of 17 new projects by the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments department, with a total outlay of Rs 124.97 crore. The new projects include the construction of devotees' waiting areas, lodges, conference halls, and parking facilities at prominent temples such as the Arulmigu Arunachaleswarar Temple (Tiruvannamalai) and the Arulmigu Nachiyar Temple (Srivilliputhur). The CM inaugurated 14 completed projects across 11 temples, worth ₹51.19 crore.
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CNBC TV1825-01-2026, 12:42

TN CM Stalin Hikes Pension, Retirement Benefits for Noon Meal, Anganwadi Workers

  • Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin announced a pension hike from ₹2,000 to ₹3,400 for noon meal organisers, Anganwadi workers, and panchayat secretaries.
  • Retirement benefits for these groups will double from ₹1 lakh to ₹2 lakh.
  • Family pension for noon meal organisers increased to ₹1,200 and for Anganwadi workers to ₹1,100.
  • Mini Anganwadi workers and forest frontline staff will see pensions rise to ₹3,200 and retirement benefits double to ₹2 lakh.
  • Additional 1.80 lakh people to receive monthly pension via "Stalin with You" camps, expanding the social security scheme beneficiaries.

Why It Matters: Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin significantly increased pensions and retirement benefits for various government workers.

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