Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay, shortly after taking oath, signed his first official order offering 200 units of free electricity to households and announced the formation of a special women's safety force. This move fulfills key promises made during the election campaign.
Details of the Free Power Scheme
The new scheme provides 200 units of free electricity per month to all domestic consumers. This initiative aims to reduce the financial burden on families and ensure access to essential services. The government estimates that over 2 crore households will benefit from this scheme, which will be implemented with immediate effect.
Women's Safety Force
In addition to the power scheme, CM Vijay announced the creation of a dedicated women's safety force. This force will consist of trained personnel who will focus on preventing crimes against women and ensuring rapid response in emergencies. The force will be deployed across the state, with special emphasis on public transport hubs, marketplaces, and educational institutions.
The chief minister emphasized that these steps are part of a broader agenda to improve the quality of life for Tamil Nadu's citizens, particularly women and economically weaker sections. He also directed officials to ensure smooth implementation and monitoring of these initiatives.
Political analysts view these announcements as a strategic move to consolidate support among key voter segments. The opposition has welcomed the measures but called for clarity on funding and long-term sustainability.
