#Social Welfare
Browse all announcements and press releases tagged with Social Welfare issued by the Government of Tamil Nadu.
Honorable Minister Mr. Rajmohan Inaugurates First-Ever Film Screening for 40 Children with Autism at M.G.R. Film and Television Institute
A film screening for 40 children with autism and their parents was inaugurated by Minister Mr. Rajmohan at the Tamil Nadu Government M.G.R. Film and Television Institute. This event aimed to enhance their opportunities to visit public places, with the movie 'Finding Nemo' being screened.
Review Meeting Chaired by Minister for Social Welfare and Women Empowerment
A review meeting on the implementation of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme and a visit to the "Thozhi" Working Women's Hostel were conducted under the leadership of Smt. K. Jagadeeswari, Minister for Social Welfare and Women Empowerment, stressing the importance of child nutrition, scheme efficiency, and quality construction.
Review Meeting on Food Supply for Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Schemes
A joint review meeting was held today (25.06.2026) at the Secretariat, co-chaired by the Ministers for Food and Civil Supplies and Social Welfare, to discuss the implementation and improvement of food supply schemes by the Tamil Nadu Civil Supplies Corporation to the Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department. Key discussions included improving food quality, ensuring timely delivery, and resolving outstanding payments of Rs. 500 crore.
Minister P. Venkataramanan Inaugurates Free Medical Camp and Educational Program in Mylapore
On June 24, 2026, the Hon'ble Minister for Food and Civil Supplies, Thiru P. Venkataramanan, inaugurated a free medical camp and educational motivational program for students, teachers, and parents at CSI Middle School, Mylapore.
Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme to be expanded to Class 6-8 students from September 17, coinciding with Periyar's Birthday – Announcement after Social Welfare and Women's Rights Department review meeting.
Following a review meeting on the Social Welfare and Women's Rights Department, the Chief Minister announced the expansion of the Breakfast Scheme to students of classes 6 to 8, commencing on September 17.
Minister for Social Welfare and Women Empowerment conducts surprise inspection of Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme and Childcare Centers.
Minister Tmt. G. Jagadeeswari conducted a surprise inspection in Chennai of the Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme, assessing food quality and distribution, and also reviewed the functioning of childcare centers, emphasizing quality, taste, and hygiene.
State Awards for the Welfare of Persons with Disabilities
The Tamil Nadu Chief Minister will present state awards on August 15, 2026, to individuals and organizations for their excellent service in the welfare of persons with disabilities. The application deadline is June 25, 2026.
Hon'ble Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay appoints Thiru G.Pa. Krishnan as Chairman of Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board
Hon'ble Chief Minister Thiru S. Joseph Vijay today (22.05.2026) ordered the appointment of Thiru G.Pa. Krishnan as the Chairman of the Tamil Nadu Urban Habitat Development Board.