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Women’s Education in Tamil Nadu
February 13 , 2026
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- Women’s enrolment in higher education in Tamil Nadu has increased by 34% due to the Pudhumai Penn scheme.
- Under the scheme, ₹1,000 per month is provided to girl students studying in colleges.
- Around eight lakh girl students have benefited from the programme.
- A State Planning Commission study found that rural girl students benefited more than urban students.
- The Pudhumai Penn scheme aims to support girls’ education and reduce dropouts after school education.
- The scheme is part of the Tamil Nadu government's initiatives to improve women’s access to higher education.
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