Tamil Nadu’s Chief Minister’s Thayumanavar Scheme is a welfare effort started to make sure that important ration items like rice and sugar reach directly to the homes of some of the state’s most vulnerable people. Launched by CM M.K. Stalin, the scheme gives doorstep delivery only to senior citizens above 70 and differently-abled people using government machinery. It will benefit more than 21 lakh people and remove the trouble of going to ration shops. The government will use trained field staff for smooth delivery, making it easier for these people to get their ration and improve food security.
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Tamil Nadu govt has launched Chief Minister’s Thayumanavar Scheme to help old age people and differently abled citizens who can’t go to ration shops by themself. Under this scheme, important ration items like rice and sugar will be delivered straight to their house. It will cover nearly 21.7 lakh people – 20.42 lakh senior citizens above 70 years and 1.27 lakh differently-abled persons in the state. Delivery will happen every second Saturday and Sunday of month using e-PoS devices and weighing machines for proper supply. The total cost is around Rs 30.16 crore and aims to make sure these people get ration without much struggle.
How to Apply TN Ration Scheme
Step 1: Applicants must be above 70 years or a differently-abled person and have a valid TN ration card.
Step 2: Fill the application form and submit at the Fair Price Shop or Taluk Office.
Step 3: Officials will check the documents and verify your residence.
Step 4: After approval, ration will come to your doorstep every 2nd Saturday & Sunday.
- To give ration to elderly above 70 and differently-abled people without them visiting ration shops.
- To make essential food items easily available for vulnerable people.
- To provide doorstep delivery of rice, sugar and other PDS items in time.
- To reduce travel problems and physical stress for old and disabled persons.
- To make distribution transparent using e-PoS technology.
Eligibility Critria
- Must be a resident of Tamil Nadu.
- Must have a valid ration card in PDS.
- Should be 70 years or above or differently-abled with a valid certificate.
- Must not be able to go to ration shops alone.
- Name should be in the ration card list as family head or dependent.
Ineligibility
- Below 70 years old (unless officially certified as differently-abled).
- No valid TN ration card.
- I can go to the ration shop on my own.
- Living outside Tamil Nadu or having shifted to another state.
- Already getting similar ration delivery from other govt schemes.
- Doorstep delivery of rice, sugar and PDS items.
- Saves time, energy and travel cost.
- Regular supply every second Saturday & Sunday.
- Avoids physical strain and health risk.
- Transparent distribution with e-PoS and weighing machine.
- Better food security for poor elderly and disabled persons.
Salient Features
- Started on 12 August 2025 by CM M.K. Stalin.
- For elderly 70+ and differently-abled persons.
- Benefits 21.7 lakh people.
- Delivery every 2nd Saturday & Sunday.
- Uses e-PoS devices and weighing machines.
- Implemented via 34,809 fair price shops.
- Cost Rs 30.16 crore (some reports say Rs 35.92 crore).
Required Documents
- Valid PDS ration card.
- Aadhaar card.
- Age proof (Birth Certificate, Voter ID, Aadhaar).
- Disability certificate (if applicable).
- Address proof.
- Passport photo.
- Mobile number.
Contact Us
- Department: Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department
- Helpline: 1967 / 1800-425-5901
- Email: commr.civil.supplies@tn.gov.in
- Website: https://www.tncsc.tn.gov.in
- Address: Commissioner of Civil Supplies, Ezhilagam Building, Chepauk, Chennai – 600005.
FAQs
Q1. Who can benefit?
A1. Elderly above 70 years and differently-abled persons with valid ration card in Tamil Nadu.
Q2. Is there any fee?
A2. No, it’s totally free.
Q3. When will ration come?
A3. Every 2nd Saturday and Sunday of the month.
Q4. What will be given?
A4. Rice, sugar and other PDS items.
Q5. How to apply?
A5. Go to the nearest ration shop or Taluk Office with documents.
Q6. Can family members take ration instead?
A6. No, ration will be delivered to the beneficiary’s home.
Khushi Singh
Khushi Singh is a content writer with 3 years of experience in government schemes. She writes simple and helpful articles that guide people to understand and benefit from public welfare programs.