There is great news for the citizens of Tamil Nadu! The government of Tamil Nadu has recently released a flagship healthcare initiative, the Nalam Kakkum Stalin Scheme. The scheme is aimed at providing high-quality healthcare assistance to the people of Tamil Nadu, especially from the economically weaker sections and those in rural areas. Under this groundbreaking initiative, the government aims to establish 1,250 specialized medical camps with various specialized services across all the districts of Tamil Nadu.
About Nalam Kakkum Stalin Scheme
The state government of Tamil Nadu has launched the Nalam Kakkum Stalin program under the leadership of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on 2nd August 2025. The initiative is designed to promote healthcare and provide high-quality medical services to the citizens of the state, especially to those who are coming from rural areas and underserved categories. Through this program, the government is offering a wide range of services, including master health check-ups, diagnostic tests like blood tests, ECG, and X-rays, and consultations with specialist doctors from various departments. Under the scheme, 1,250special medical camps are going to be established. People can participate in these government camps near their homes.
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Purpose Of Nalam Kakkum Stalin
- The primary goal of the scheme is to provide quality healthcare to make the state stable and improve overall well-being.
- The program focuses on bringing comprehensive health check-ups and screenings directly to people’s doorsteps.
- The goal is to identify vital diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and cancer in their early stages, preventing them from progressing unnoticed.
- The scheme ensures a complete and significant approach to healthcare.
- By making healthcare more convenient and accessible, the scheme wants people to save on long traveling for simple check-ups and consultations.
Short Summary Of Nalam Kakkum Stalin
| Name of the scheme | Nalam Kakkum Stalin Scheme |
| Who launched | Government of Tamil Nadu |
| Who announced | CM of Tamil Nadu, M.K. Stalin |
| Year of introduction | 2025 |
| Date of launch | 2nd August 2025 |
| Primary purpose | To provide quality healthcare |
| beneficiaires | Citizens of Tamil Nadu |
| Target beneficiaries | Citizens of Tamil Nadu coming from rural areas |
| Advantage | Quality health checkups in near of their homes |
| Healthcare services | diagnostic tests like blood tests, ECG, and X-rays, and consultations with specialist doctors from various departments |
| Eligibility | The candidate must be a permanent citizen of Tamil Nadu |
| Document Required | Aadhaar card, Address proof |
| Application process | Online |
| Official website |
Benefits Of Nalam Kakkum Stalin 2025
- The primary benefit of the scheme is to provide quality healthcare services to the citizens of Tamil Nadu.
- The arrangement is provided by the government with specially trained doctors to attend to patients and advise them on how to alleviate the symptoms of chronic diseases.
- The camp is also organized with separate sections for men, women, and pregnant women to provide targeted treatment.
- Arrangements have been made to provide treatment to individuals who have previously undergone screenings at the ongoing Ungaludan Stalin camps and have received a medical card.
- If any infectious diseases are detected, the exhibition will be made for further treatment.
- All necessary tests, including X-rays and lung function tests, will be conducted for people with or showing symptoms of tuberculosis under the scheme.
Nalam Kaakkum Stalin Scheme Launching Date & Location
| Launching Date | 2nd August |
| Location | Mylapore Chennai |
| Address | St Bede Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School, Chennai. |
Services Under Nalam Kakkum Stalin
- Free diagnostic tests
- blood sugar
- blood pressure
- ECG
- Full body master chachup.
- Cancer screening for both men and women.
- Dental and eye checkups.
- free medicines
- Health awareness sessions.
Free Consultation, Treatment & Surgery Given
- Orthopaedics.
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
- Paediatrics.
- Dermatology.
- Cardiology.
- Dentistry.
- Neurology.
- ENT.
- Psychiatry.
- Ophthalmology.
- Medicine and Indian Medicine.
Nalam Kakkum Stalin 2025 Eligibility
- To avail the benefits of the scheme, the citizens must be permanent residents of Tamil Nadu.
- The candidate to be eligible for the scheme must be an individual aged 40 years.
- To get special treatment, the candidate must be a pregnant woman, a lactating mothers, and people with disabilities.
- People with pre-existing conditions like diabetes, hypertension, heart ailments, and mental health issues are eligible for the scheme.
Locate A Nalam Kakkum Stalin Health Camp
- The district administration of Tamil Nadu is announcing the camp locations on its official websites. To find the nearest location of the camp, you have to follow the steps given below:
- First, the candidate has to visit the official website of the scheme and go to the “Press Release” section.
- You will be given a search bar, where you have to search for “Nalam Kakkum Stalin”.
- You will be given the timing and location of the camps across your district.
Nalam Kakkum Stalin First-Day Camp Locations
| District name | Camp venue | Block/Corporation |
| Ariyalur | Government Higher Secondary School, Thalavai | Sendurai |
| Chengalpattu | Government Higher Secondary School, Thiruporur | Thiruporur |
| Chennai | St. Bede’s Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School, Santhome | Zone 9- Teynampet, Greater Chennai Corporation |
| Coimbatore | Government Higher Secondary School, S.S.Kulam | SS Kulam |
| Cuddalore | SKV Higher Secondary School, Kurinjipadi | Kurinjipadi |
| Dharmapuri | Government Higher Secondary School, Nallampalli | Nallampalli |
| Dindigul | Om Santhi CBSE School, Thadicombu Road, Dindigul | Thadicombu |
| Erode | Government Higher Secondary School, Vellode | Chennimalai |
| Kallakurichi | Govt Girls Higher Secondary School, Kallakurichi | Kallakurichi |
| Kanchipuram | Govt. Higher Secondary School Manampathy | Manampathy |
| Kanyakumari | Carmel Higher Secondary School, Nagercoil | Nagercoil |
| Karur | Govt Higher Secondary School, Thanthoni | Karur Corporation |
| Krishnagiri | Govt PUP School, Kamaraj Colony | Hosur Corporation |
| Madurai | Mathuri Girls’ Matric Higher Secondary School, Othakadai | Madurai East |
| Mayiladuthurai | Govt Higher Secondary School, Thirumullaivasal | Nallur |
| Nagapattinam | Karapidagai Govt High School, Thirupoondi | Keezhaiyur Block |
| Namakkal | Government High School, Mohanur | Mohanur |
| Perambalur | Govt. Higher Secondary School, Thungapuram | Veppur |
| Pudukottai | Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School, Thirumayam | Thirumayam |
| Ramanathapuram | Govt Higher Secondary School, T.Nagar, Manadapam | Mandapam |
| Ranipet | Ranipet Govt. Boys Higher Secondary School | Walaja |
| Salem | Govt Higher Secondary School, Manakkadu | Salem Corporation |
| Sivagangai | SMS Higher Secondary School, Keelasevalpatti | Thirupathur |
| Tenkasi | Government Higher Secondary School, Serndamaram | Serndamaram |
| Thanjavur | St. Xavier’s Middle School, Vallam | Vallam |
| The Nilgiris | St. Antony’s School, Kothagiri | Kothagiri |
| Theni | Hindu Higher Secondary School, Jakkampatti | Aundipatti |
| Thirupathur | Govt Higher Secondary School, Vadacheri | Madhanur |
| Thiruvarur | Arulmugu Periyanayagi Amman Girls Higher Secondary School, Muthupettai | Muthupettai |
| Tirunelveli | Holy Redeemer Higher Secondary School, Thisaiyanvillai | Thisaiyanvillai |
| Tiruppur | Govt Aided Punitha Amala Anna Girls High School, Vellakoil | Vellakoil |
| Tiruvallur | Immaculate Heart Girls Higher Secondary School, Avadi | Avadi Corporation |
| Tiruvannamalai | Govt Boys Higher Secondary School, Tindivanam Road, Kilpennathur | Kilpennathur |
| Trichy | KAPV School, Thillai | Trichy Corporation |
| Tuticorin | St. Mary’s Boys School, Illerpuram | Thoothukudi |
| Vellore | Govt Higher Secondary School, Vallimalai | Katpadi |
| Villupuram | Mailam Engineering College | Mailam |
| Virudhunagar | Govt Higher Secondary School, Chatrarediyapatti | Virudhunagar |
FAQs
Who is eligible to attend the Nalam Kakkum Stalin camps?
All permanent residents of Tamil Nadu can get special attention, including the elderly, women, children, and people with disabilities.
Do the services under the Nalam Kakkum Stalin cost anything?
No, all medical services and consultations provided at the camps are completely free of charge.
Where can I find the full schedule of the camps?
For the most current information on camp locations and dates, check the ‘Press Release‘ section on the official website of your District.
Priya is a content writer with 4 years of experience in government schemes. He writes simple and helpful articles that guide people to understand and benefit from public welfare programs.
