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Aadhaar mandatory for Annan Seer scheme Tamil Nadu government issues GO

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News18•19-10-2026, 12:42
Aadhaar mandatory for Annan Seer scheme Tamil Nadu government issues GO
- •The Tamil Nadu government has issued a G.O. for the Annan Seer welfare scheme.
- •An 8-gram gold coin and a silk saree will be provided to brides under the scheme.
- •An allocation of Rs 812 crore has been made for the first phase of implementation.
- •The annual income of the bride family must be within Rs 2.5 lakh to qualify.
- •Aadhaar card or alternative identification documents are mandatory to receive benefits.
Key Questions Answered
Under the Annan Seer welfare scheme implemented by the Tamil Nadu government, eligible brides receive an 8-gram gold coin and a silk saree as a wedding gift.
To be eligible for the Annan Seer scheme, the annual income of the bride's family must be within Rs. 2.5 lakh.
Yes, an Aadhaar card or Aadhaar authentication is mandatory to receive benefits under the scheme, though alternative identification documents can be used temporarily.





