Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin Launches ‘Anbu Karangal’ Scheme for Orphaned and Single-Parent Children.

On 15 September 2025, Tamil Nadu (TN) Chief Minister (CM) Muthuvel Karunanidhi (M.K.) Stalin launched the ‘Anbu Karangal’ (Hands of Love) scheme in Chennai, TN. The scheme offers Rs. 2,000 monthly financial aid to orphaned children and those with a single parent lacking guardian support until they complete schooling or turn 18.

      - The Anbu Karangal scheme aims to reduce school dropouts among vulnerable children by ensuring access to education, skill development, and livelihood support under the ‘Thayumanavar’ programme for families in extreme poverty.

      - The scheme extends higher education support for beneficiaries completing Class 12, enabling them to pursue college education or skill development opportunities with state assistance.

Main Point :-   (i) In its first phase, the scheme covers 6,082 children across Tamil Nadu, ensuring targeted relief and inclusion of disadvantaged children in mainstream education.

      (ii) A mobile application developed by the TN e-Governance Agency was launched to facilitate applications, monitoring, and grievance redressal, enhancing transparency and accessibility.

(iii) Additionally, 1,340 students who lost both parents and secured admission to higher education institutions received laptops. The scheme also complements other TN welfare initiatives like the CM’s Breakfast Scheme, Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Scheme, and financial assistance for persons with disabilities and transgender persons.