Release lean period dole before Deepavali, Fishermen ask Tamil Nadu Chief Minister

Fishermen in Tamil Nadu are urging Chief Minister M.K. Stalin to release the financial aid for the lean fishing period before Deepavali. Community leaders are highlighting the importance of this aid for families in fishing hamlets across the region. The government had previously announced a dole to support fishermen during this time, and the amount per family has been increased to ₹6,000. Additionally, fishermen are calling for the release of funds under the National Savings-cum-Relief Scheme for Marine Fishermen. This support is crucial for the well-being of fishing families, and releasing both funds simultaneously would greatly benefit the community.