Kanimozhi Karunanidhi of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam took part in a public campaign meeting on Saturday at Arunachalapuram in Tenkasi district, within the Vasudevanallur Assembly constituency, where she appealed to voters for support. She was warmly received by a large gathering and thanked the public, stating that the DMK government has been steadily delivering on its promises.

She highlighted that the ₹1000 financial aid under the women’s rights scheme is currently benefiting millions of women and assured that it would be increased to ₹2000 if the party returns to power. She also promised to raise the old-age pension from ₹1200 to ₹2000. Additionally, she announced a new proposal to provide homemakers with ₹8000 worth of coupons to purchase essential household goods.

Focusing on education, she said financial assistance under the “Pudhumai Penn” and “Tamil Pudhalvan” schemes would be raised to ₹1500, and laptops would be distributed to 3.5 million students in the coming years. She added that unemployed youth would receive ₹1500 per month during their training period. She further stated that the breakfast scheme for school students, currently available up to Class 5, would be extended to Class 8.

At the same time, she criticized the Government of India, alleging insufficient funding for the 100-day employment scheme, and affirmed that the DMK would continue to advocate for its protection. Kanimozhi also urged voters to support local candidate Raja and cast their votes for the “Rising Sun” symbol. The meeting saw participation from numerous DMK leaders, alliance members, and members of the public. Voting in Tamil Nadu is scheduled to take place in a single phase on April 23, with counting set for May 4.