Chennai, July 7: The Tamil Nadu government has announced a revamp of its free Pongal dhotis and sarees scheme for 2027, with a focus on improved fabric quality, new colour options, and updated designs.
The upgraded garments will be provided to beneficiaries as part of the annual Pongal welfare initiative, aimed at ensuring better quality products while continuing support for eligible families across the state.
Officials said the changes are being introduced to enhance beneficiary satisfaction and modernise the traditional festive scheme. The government is also working on production and distribution arrangements to ensure timely supply ahead of Pongal 2027.
The initiative continues Tamil Nadu’s efforts to combine welfare support with encouragement for the textile sector through large-scale garment production and distribution.
