Tamil Nadu is set to launch the 'Thaimaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam' on September 15, 2026, giving a 1-gram gold ring, reported to be BIS-hallmarked, to eligible newborns delivered in Government health institutions. Babies born on or after June 22, 2026 will also be covered, regardless of gender or birth order. About 4.4 lakh newborns are expected to benefit every year, with an estimated annual allocation of around ₹755.83 crore. Rings will be distributed through 107 high-load Comprehensive Emergency Obstetric and Newborn Care (CEmONC) centres, where secure storage is being set up.