Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 updates: One-sovereign gold for brides announced; DMK, AIADMK say TVK's maiden Budget offers nothing new
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson presented the maiden budget of the TVK-led coalition government on August 5, 2026, announcing a one-sovereign gold scheme for brides. However, leaders from the DMK and AIADMK expressed disappointment, stating the budget lacked significant new initiatives. The government faces pressure to deliver impactful policies moving forward.