28-04-2025
Thalliki Vandanam Scheme 2025: Mothers Of These Students Won't Get The Rs 15,000 Per Child Aid
Currently, about 81 lakh students are studying in the state. Of these, the government has calculated that only 69.16 lakh students are eligible for the scheme
The Chandrababu Naidu government plans to implement the Thalliki Vandanam (Salute To Mother) scheme in Andhra Pradesh as outlined in the TDP-NDA 2024 election manifesto. This scheme aims to provide Rs 15,000 directly into mothers' accounts to cover the educational expenses of school-going students.
Under the Thalliki Vandanam Scheme, financial assistance of Rs 15,000 will be provided for each child in a family. If there are two children, Rs 30,000 will be given; if there are three, up to Rs 45,000 will be directly deposited into the mothers' bank accounts. This will support children's education expenses and reduce the financial burden on mothers.
A key feature of the scheme is that funds will be sent directly to mothers' bank accounts without intermediaries. The Chandrababu Naidu-led Andhra government has allocated Rs 9,407 crore in the 2025–26 budget for the successful implementation of the scheme.
Currently, about 81 lakh students are studying in the state. Of these, the government has calculated that only 69.16 lakh students are eligible for the scheme, with the remaining students likely losing eligibility due to attendance or other conditions.
As per government rules, students must have at least 75% attendance, which will be verified through the schools' regular attendance records. Students failing to meet this requirement will not be eligible for the scheme. This aims to increase awareness among students and parents about the importance of school attendance.
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, while participating in the Srikakulam District Fisheries Assurance Programme, made important remarks regarding the implementation of the scheme. He revealed that the government is discussing whether to provide the entire Rs 15,000 at once or in two instalments of Rs 7,500 each. It is expected that giving the total amount in one instalment will provide greater immediate financial relief to mothers. However, officials suggest that disbursing the amount in instalments could encourage greater parental involvement throughout the academic year.
After the start of the new academic year, and once student attendance registration is completed, the list of eligible students will be finalised. Following this, the government will deposit the funds directly into the mothers' accounts. The main objective of the scheme is to remove financial barriers to education and to provide financial encouragement to mothers.
There are, however, some challenges in the scheme's implementation. In particular, the government must proactively address issues such as accurately recording student attendance and improving the efficiency of school administrations. Transparency and efficiency will play a crucial role in identifying and supporting the large number of beneficiaries.
