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Government subsidy provided for Jerusalem holy pilgrimage
Promised in the manifesto
The subsidy for Christians undertaking the Jerusalem holy pilgrimage will be provided.
From the manifesto: Aram (Virtue) › 2. Dignified Life and Social Security › C. Minority Welfare, see page 20
Where it standsFirst steps
First steps taken on 25 Sep 2026.
The government is offering a Jerusalem pilgrimage subsidy of Rs 37,000 for 550 pilgrims and Rs 60,000 for 50 nuns and sisters.
So far
Subsidy for 550 Christians and 50 nuns/sisters.
Not yet seen
Nothing further noted.
Summary written by AI from the documents below, with figures checked against them.
Documents behind this
- 25 Sep 2026 · Press releaseDIPR press release 22610
- The Tamil Nadu government invites applications for a Jerusalem pilgrimage subsidy from 550 Christians and 50 nuns/sisters, providing Rs 37,000 per person for pilgrims and Rs 60,000 per person for nuns/sisters.
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