What do you get under Kalaignar Kanavu Illam?
Was a state scheme to replace rural huts with concrete houses. New rural sanctions now come under Vetri Veedu Thittam (₹5 lakh per house).
Kalaignar Kanavu Illam: latest updates
- Budget reported to have renamed Kalaignar Kanavu Illam as the Vettri housing scheme. news report
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Who is eligible for Kalaignar Kanavu Illam?
- Families already sanctioned a house under the old scheme should follow up with their Block Development Office.
Documents needed for Kalaignar Kanavu Illam
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How to apply for Kalaignar Kanavu Illam
- For a pending instalment on an already sanctioned house, contact the Block Development Officer (BDO) with your sanction details.
Common questions
Who is eligible for Kalaignar Kanavu Illam?
Families already sanctioned a house under the old scheme should follow up with their Block Development Office.
How much do I get under Kalaignar Kanavu Illam?
Was a state scheme to replace rural huts with concrete houses. New rural sanctions now come under Vetri Veedu Thittam (₹5 lakh per house).
What documents do I need for Kalaignar Kanavu Illam?
Aadhaar card (linked to your mobile number); Bank passbook or account details (Aadhaar-seeded account).
How do I apply for Kalaignar Kanavu Illam?
For a pending instalment on an already sanctioned house, contact the Block Development Officer (BDO) with your sanction details. Official site: https://www.tnrd.tn.gov.in/
Do I have to pay anyone to apply for Kalaignar Kanavu Illam?
No. Applying for a government scheme is free on the official portal, and at Common Service Centres you pay only the notified service fee, if any. Never pay an agent who promises approval.
Official sources
Last checked 1 November 2026; next review by 31 January 2027. Rules and amounts change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. IndiaDigital is independent and not a government site.