Chennai District
Latest updates from the state capital Chennai, including municipal announcements, policy implementations, and civic notices.
51st Meeting of the Cauvery Water Management Authority
The 51st meeting of the Cauvery Water Management Authority was held in New Delhi. The Tamil Nadu member rejected Karnataka's claim on excess water and urged the Authority to ensure Tamil Nadu's due share at Billigundulu.
Consultation Meeting on T. Nagar Assembly Constituency Development Works and Projects - Instructions by Honorable Minister for Rural Development and Water Resources Thiru N. Anand
Honorable Minister for Rural Development and Water Resources, Thiru N. Anand, held a consultation meeting with department officials regarding development works and projects in the T. Nagar Assembly Constituency and provided important instructions.
Review meeting on ongoing projects, operations, and current works held at Commissioner's office, Nungambakkam, on 25.05.2026 under the chairmanship of Hon'ble Minister for Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments, Thiru. C. Ramesh.
A review meeting was held on May 25, 2026, at the HR&CE Commissioner's office in Nungambakkam, chaired by Minister Thiru. C. Ramesh, to discuss ongoing projects, operations, and works. Key topics included online ticketing, crowd management, temple security, land issues, welfare schemes, and educational institutions.
Honorable Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay orders permission for all theaters in Tamil Nadu to screen five shows daily for seven days from the release date of new Tamil films
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay has permitted all theaters in Tamil Nadu to screen five shows daily for seven days from the release date of new Tamil films, and also on specific holidays and weekends without separate permission.
Review Meeting Chaired by the Minister for Environment and Climate Change Department
A review meeting was held on 25.05.2026 at the Tamil Nadu Pollution Control Board, Guindy Head Office, chaired by the Minister for Environment and Climate Change, Dr. Ve. Ka. Rajeev. Key environmental issues, actions against polluting industries, and environmental damage caused by single-use plastics were discussed in the meeting.
Contractors complain about important TNEB works awarded only to individuals/a single company in the previous regime. Hon'ble Minister for Energy and Law, Thiru. C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar assures that henceforth, work will be awarded to all eligible companies based on transparent administration.
A consultative meeting on transparent administration and prevention of irregularities related to the Tamil Nadu Electricity Board (TNEB) was held at Chennai Kalaivanar Arangam today (25.05.2026), chaired by Hon'ble Minister for Energy and Law, Thiru. C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar, with approximately 1000 participants including TNEB contractors and suppliers.
Hon'ble Minister for Public Works and Sports Development, Thiru. Aadhav Arjuna, immediately disbursed cheques worth Rs. 5.80 lakh to 2 aspiring Olympic athletes (one male and one female) who had requested financial assistance.
Minister Aadhav Arjuna disbursed immediate financial aid of Rs. 5.80 lakh to two aspiring Olympic athletes, Samiha Parveen and Abhishek, at Nehru Stadium, Chennai, on May 25, 2026.
Honorable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay orders swift registration and rapid investigation of cases against those involved in heinous crimes, conducting trials, and ensuring severe punishment.
A review meeting was held today (25.05.2026) at the Secretariat, chaired by the Honorable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay, regarding crimes against women and children, expediting cases, preventive measures, and raising awareness, with the participation of the Police Department, Social Welfare Department, and the Government Chief Public Prosecutor.
Minister for Energy and Law inspected Puzhal Central Prison and ordered computerization of records and reforms
Thiru. C.T.R. Nirmal Kumar, Minister for Energy and Law, inspected Puzhal Central Prison today (24.05.2026), ordered the complete computerization of prison records, and issued instructions to curb drug flow and establish in-house bazaars for prisoners.
Steps to provide all necessary assistance from the Sports Development Department for Tamil Nadu's Squash players, who won the World Cup, to win medals in the 2028 Olympics. Information from the Hon'ble Minister for Public Works and Sports, Thiru. Adhav Arjuna.
Hon'ble Minister for Public Works and Sports, Thiru. Adhav Arjuna, met with Tamil Nadu's World Cup-winning squash players and assured them of all necessary assistance to win medals in the 2028 Olympics.
Hon'ble Transport Minister Thiru. A. Vijay Tamilan Parthiban's inspection of Saidapet - Guindy Race Course bus route and Velachery workshop.
Hon'ble Transport Minister Thiru. A. Vijay Tamilan Parthiban travelled in a government bus from Saidapet to Guindy Race Course, interacted with the public, drivers, and conductors. He also inspected the Velachery Government Central Automatic Workshop.
Honorable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay's social media post regarding the tragedy that befell a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore.
Chief Minister Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay expressed deep sorrow and shock over the heinous incident involving a 10-year-old girl in Coimbatore. Two culprits have been arrested, and the police are instructed to conduct a speedy investigation and file a charge sheet immediately. The government assures severe punishment for such acts.