#Food Security
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Press Release No: 409 - Minister P. Vengadaramman Distributed New Electronic Family Cards to 608 Beneficiaries in Chennai's Northern Zone
Minister for Food and Civil Supplies, Thiru. P. Vengadaramman, distributed new electronic family cards to 608 beneficiaries in Chennai's Northern Zone and emphasized the transparent and efficient delivery of essential commodities and welfare schemes.
Letter written by Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru C. Joseph Vijay to Hon'ble Prime Minister Thiru Narendra Modi requesting reconsideration of the amendment proposed by the Union Government to the National Food Security Act – 2013
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru C. Joseph Vijay has written to Indian Prime Minister Thiru Narendra Modi requesting reconsideration of the amendment proposed by the Union Government to the National Food Security Act – 2013, citing its potential adverse impact on the people of Tamil Nadu.
Review Meeting on Direct Paddy Procurement, Paddy Movement, and Monsoon Preparedness
A coordinated review meeting was held today (24.06.2026) at the Secretariat, chaired by Hon'ble Ministers for Food and Civil Supplies, Cooperation, and Agriculture, to discuss direct paddy procurement, paddy movement, and precautionary measures for the monsoon season.
Distribution of PDS Essential Commodities Directly to the Homes of Senior Citizens and Differently-abled under the Thayumanavar Scheme on June 2nd and 3rd
The Tamil Nadu government announced that PDS essential commodities will be distributed directly to the homes of senior citizens and differently-abled persons in 18 zones of Chennai on June 2nd and 3rd, under the Chief Minister's Thayumanavar Scheme.
Text of DO Letter of the Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru C. Joseph Vijay addressed to the Hon'ble Prime Minister of India Thiru Narendra Modi urging the uninterrupted supply of fertilizers specifically Urea and DAP to Tamil Nadu for the 2026 Kharif season.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting an uninterrupted supply of fertilizers, especially Urea and DAP, for the 2026 Kharif season, citing a shortfall from manufacturers.