TN polls: Vijay announces Rs 2,500 monthly assistance, 8 gm gold for women

TVK chief Vijay on Thursday released his party's manifesto for the April 23 Assembly polls, promising Rs 2,500 monthly assistance for women and 8 gram gold for marriage assistance.

He also assured a quality silk saree in addition to gold for indigent brides, interest-free loans up to Rs 5 lakh for women-run SHGs, and Rs 15,000 annually for mothers to prevent school dropouts.

For farmers, Vijay announced a full cooperative crop loan waiver for those owning less than five acres and a minimum support price of Rs 3,500 per quintal for paddy.