: The Tamil Nadu authorities would spend practically ₹25 crore to organise 1,256 medical camps, the place grasp well being check-ups will probably be supplied.

In a bid to boost the Kalaignarin Varumun Kappom scheme and take the grasp well being check-ups to all, a scheme — which will probably be named shortly — was introduced within the 2025-2026 Price range to take grasp well being check-ups to everybody. Underneath this scheme, 1,256 medical camps will probably be carried out. The Chief Minister will launch the scheme in Chennai quickly, Well being Minister Ma. Subramanian mentioned on Saturday.

Underneath this scheme, 17 specialities and 30 checks will probably be accessible. This consists of normal medication, cardiology, obstetrics, orthopedics, ear, nostril and throat, dental, ophthalmology, youngster well being and immunisation.

On behalf of the State authorities, the Public Well being division will contribute ₹75,000 per camp, he added.