Tamil Nadu Invites Bids for 60,000 Gold Coins and Silk Sarees Under Annan Seer Scheme

The Tamil Nadu Social Welfare Department has invited tenders to procure gold coins and silk sarees for the Annan Seer scheme, a flagship marriage assistance initiative of the TVK-led government.

According to the tender document, approximately 60,000 beneficiaries are expected to receive assistance under the scheme during the current financial year. The tender process is scheduled to be finalised on December 8, 2026.

Government to Procure 60,000 Gold Coins

The government plans to procure 60,000 gold coins weighing eight grams each, along with silk sarees, from reputed companies.

The tender conditions require participating companies to have at least three years of experience in the gold jewellery business. Each gold coin must carry a Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) hallmark and a Hallmark Unique Identification (HUID) number to ensure authenticity and quality.

The purchase price of the gold coins will be determined based on the rate fixed by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA).

Annan Seer Scheme Eligibility and Benefits

Under the Annan Seer scheme, eligible brides from families with an annual income of up to ₹2.5 lakh can receive marriage assistance. The marriage must take place in Tamil Nadu to qualify for the benefits.

Each eligible bride will receive:

- One eight-gram, 22-carat gold coin

- One silk saree

The scheme aims to provide financial support to eligible families and help reduce the financial burden of marriage expenses.

Tamil Nadu Government Sanctions ₹812 Crore

The state government sanctioned ₹812 crore last month as the first instalment for implementing the scheme under the current financial year`s budget.

According to the government order, gold coin procurement will be carried out in accordance with the Tamil Nadu Transparency in Tenders Act.

The tender marks the beginning of the procurement process for distributing marriage assistance to eligible beneficiaries during the financial year.