Ramakrishna Math, Kanchipuram conducted a distribution programme on the eve of Diwali 2026 among Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe families in 15 villages of Kanchipuram, Chengalpattu and Tirupathur districts.
A field survey was carried out, the beneficiaries were listed and tokens were issued about one and a half months in advance.
In all, 1,172 saris, 700 lungis, 700 towels and 700 packets of biscuits were distributed, together with nearly 60 kg of sweets (more than 2,000 pieces). Sweets were also distributed to children in the villages visited.
New clothes, sweets and crackers were also given to all 66 students of the Free Students Hostel (boys) run by the centre.
