TN CM Stalin Opens Three ‘Thozhi’ Hostels for Working Women

Speedy Summary

• Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin virtually inaugurated three new ‘Thozhi’ working women’s hostels at St. thomas Mount, Hosur, and Tiruvannamalai on May 21, 2025.
• Cost and capacity: Constructed at ₹38.15 crore, the hostels collectively accommodate 442 working women.
• Future plans: Foundation stones were laid for 14 new hostels in various locations (e.g., Chennai, Madurai), costing ₹176.93 crore to house over 2,000 women when completed.
• Purpose of ‘Thozhi’ Scheme: To address challenges faced by migrating working women by providing safe and affordable accommodations equipped with amenities such as biometric access, security measures (CCTV etc.), WiFi, nutritious food options, parking facilities, and more.
• Currently operational: There are 16 ‘Thozhi’ hostels in Tamil Nadu across 13 districts accommodating a total of 1,380 working women.

Additional announcements:

1. Appointment orders issued to:

– 115 persons on compassionate grounds for reception desk roles in police stations (part of improving public services).
– Others across departments such as Fisheries & Fishermen Welfare (36 appointments) and Milk & Dairy Growth (18 appointments).

1. Contextual data:

– Since 2021: Total recruitment within Police Department amounts to over 17,436 personnel, including inspectors and constables.

Indian Opinion Analysis

The inauguration of the ‘Thozhi’ working women’s hostel scheme demonstrates Tamil Nadu’s effort toward addressing urban migration challenges for professional women through infrastructural investment focused on safety and affordability. With expanded infrastructure planned across multiple districts potentially benefiting thousands more individuals long term-this initiative encourages empowerment while tackling socio-economic hurdles manny face upon moving from rural or less urban areas.Equally noteworthy is the government’s intent to modernize police station systems via reception desks staffed compassionately appointed personnel-a potential boost towards citizen-centric service improvements that align with broader administrative efficiency goals highlighted since prior Assembly discussions.

By linking welfare projects like these directly to tangible benefits for diverse groups-be it migrant professionals or bereaved families-the program underlines sustained emphasis around inclusivity alongside critical modernization policy goals evident as past announcements under CM Stalin leadership.Read More