Tamil Nadu Cabinet Clears New Assured Pension Scheme and Launches 'Ungal Kanavai Sollungal' Household Survey
The Tamil Nadu Cabinet, chaired by CM M.K. Stalin, approved the Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS) for State government employees, guaranteeing a pension equal to 50% of the last-drawn basic pay. Additionally, the government is launching 'Ungal Kanavai Sollungal' (Share Your Aspirations), a month-long household survey covering 1.91 crore families. The survey aims to gather feedback on government schemes and identify priority issues. The government also plans to consult Non-Resident Tamils on January 12, which is observed as the Day of Non-Resident Tamils.
Key Points
- The TAPS guarantees state employees a pension of 50% of their last-drawn basic pay.
- The 'Ungal Kanavai Sollungal' survey will involve 50,000 trained volunteers to collect public feedback across the state.
- The initiative aims to digitize family aspirations and track progress through the Mudhalvarin Mugavari Department.
- The state government plans to consult entrepreneurs of Tamil Nadu origin residing in other countries on January 12.
Exam Facts
- Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme (TAPS) offers 50% of last-drawn basic pay.
- January 12 is observed as the Day of Non-Resident Tamils.
- The household survey aims to cover 1.91 crore families across Tamil Nadu.
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