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The Tamil Nadu government, under Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, has announced bonuses and Pongal gifts for various categories of its employees for the year 2024-2025. Over 990,000 employees will benefit, costing the government ₹183.86 crore. Bonuses up to ₹3,000 are allocated for ‘C’ and ‘D’ Group employees and teachers, with smaller bonuses for other categories of employees. Pensions are set to receive Pongal gift of ₹1,000.

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Tamil Nadu Announces Pongal Bonuses and Gifts for Lakhs of Employees

CHENNAI – January 1, 2026 – In anticipation of the Pongal festival, the Tamil Nadu government has announced a series of bonuses and gifts for its employees, benefiting over 990,000 individuals. The announcement, made today, January 1, 2026, comes on the direction of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin and will cost the state exchequer ₹183.86 crore.

‘C’ and ‘D’ Group employees and teachers will receive bonuses capped at ₹3,000. Other employee categories are also set to benefit, including full- and part-time employees who will receive bonuses of ₹1,000. Pensions will be receiving a Pongal gift of ₹1,000.

The initiative aims to support state employees during the Pongal season.

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