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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin has distributed pension orders to 42 retired journalists, granting them a monthly pension of ₹12,000. This initiative is part of a broader effort by the state government to support journalists’ welfare, including increased financial assistance for medical treatment and enhanced funds for families in case of death. Since May 2021, the government has provided medical treatment funds to 16 journalists, enrolled over 3,674 journalists in the Journalist Welfare Board, and granted ₹8.56 lakh for the welfare of over 80 journalists.

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Tamil Nadu CM Stalin Boosts Support for Retired Journalists with New Pension Initiative

Chennai, December 11, 2025 – Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin today presented pension orders to 42 retired journalists, providing each with a monthly pension of ₹12,000. The move underscores the state government’s commitment to supporting the welfare of members of the press.

The ceremony, attended by Minister M.P. Saminathan, Chief Secretary N. Muruganandam, and other senior officials, highlighted the various initiatives undertaken by the DMK government since assuming office in May 2021 to benefit journalists. These include increased funds for medical treatment, raised from ₹2 lakh to ₹2.5 lakh in July 2022, with a total of ₹30.61 lakh already granted to 16 journalists for medical expenses. Additionally, financial assistance for journalist families in the event of death has been enhanced through the Chief Minister’s Public Relief Fund.

“A total of 3,674 journalists have been enrolled as members in the Journalist Welfare Board,” stated an official release, “and funds to the tune of ₹8.56 lakh have been granted for the welfare of over 80 journalists so far.” The government has also provided funds to benefit a total of 59 journalist families since the DMK government assumed office.

This latest initiative reinforces the Tamil Nadu government’s dedication to providing comprehensive support to the journalistic community, recognizing their vital role in a democratic society.

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