Infrastructure & Transport
Road development, highway projects, bridges, metro rail (CMRL), public transport, state transport corporation (TNSTC), and ports.
Special Facility for National Permit Cargo Vehicles Operating Out of State to Obtain VLTD Approval via Tamil Nadu Suraksha Mitra Portal – Hon'ble Transport Minister Thiru. A. Vijay Tamizhan Parthiban Informs
Tamil Nadu's Transport Minister announced a temporary two-week special facility via the "Tamil Nadu Suraksha Mitra Portal" for National Permit cargo vehicles operating in other states to get Vehicle Location Tracking Device (VLTD) approval, considering difficulties faced by lorry owners.
Free Bus Travel for Students in Tamil Nadu
The Tamil Nadu government has announced free bus travel for school and college students on State Transport Corporation buses starting from June 4, 2026, until new free bus passes for the 2026-27 academic year are issued.
Consultative Meeting on Operations of Tamil Nadu Government Transport Corporations
Transport Minister Thiru. A. Vijay Tamizhan Parthiban held a consultative meeting at the Secretariat, following the Chief Minister's directives, to review the operations of Tamil Nadu Government Transport Corporations. Discussions covered improving public transport services, increasing revenue, and modernizing buses.
Hon'ble Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman met with Hon'ble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay in New Delhi.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Thiru. S. Joseph Vijay met Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi and requested fund allocation for the state's development and infrastructure projects.
Review Meeting on Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Schemes Held
A review meeting on key schemes of the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department was held today, May 27, 2026, under the chairmanship of Hon'ble Minister Thiru. N. Anand, where detailed instructions were issued to officials.
Hon'ble Minister for Tourism Chairs Review Meeting
A review meeting of the Tourism Department and Tamil Nadu Tourism Development Corporation was held under the chairmanship of Hon'ble Minister for Tourism, Thiru. S. Rajesh Kumar. Discussions focused on elevating Tamil Nadu as a leading tourism destination in Southeast Asia.
Honorable Minister for Industries, Investment Promotion and Commerce, Selvi S. Keerthana, personally inspected the Manapparai SIPCOT Industrial Park and Mega Food Park in Tiruchirappalli District.
To strengthen industrial infrastructure and promote balanced regional industrial growth, as per the guidance of the Honorable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, the Honorable Minister for Industries, Investment Promotion and Commerce, Selvi S. Keerthana, today (26.05.2026) personally inspected various ongoing works at the SIPCOT Industrial Park and Mega Food Park located in Manapparai, Tiruchirappalli District.
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.
Consultative Meeting Held Under Transport Minister's Chairmanship Regarding AIS-140 VLTD Fitting Scheme in Passenger and Public Service Vehicles
A consultative meeting was held on 22.05.2026 under the chairmanship of Hon'ble Minister for Transport Thiru. A. Vijay Tamilan Parthiban at the Secretariat to discuss concerns raised by lorry owners and school vehicle owners regarding the price of AIS-140 VLTD devices, which are being fitted in passenger and Public Service Vehicles across Tamil Nadu.
Honorable Minister for Social Justice Department took oath today 22.05.2026 at Secretariat – Press Release
The Honorable Minister for Social Justice Department took office today, 22.05.2026, and approved significant funding for welfare schemes benefiting Adi Dravidar and Tribal communities, including the CM-ARISE scheme, establishment of village knowledge centers, and construction of girls' hostels.
Minister P. Rajkumar Inspects Commercial Complex Construction in Royapettah
Minister for Housing and Urban Development, P. Rajkumar, inspected the ongoing construction of a commercial complex by the Tamil Nadu Housing Board in Royapettah, Chennai, on May 21, 2026, following instructions from Chief Minister S. Joseph Vijay.
Financial constraints should no longer be a barrier for sportspersons to achieve in sports. Action to establish a Talent Research Wing to identify talented sportspersons in Tamil Nadu.
After a review meeting chaired by Hon'ble Minister for Public Works and Sports, Thiru Adhav Arjuna, key announcements were made including removing financial barriers in sports, establishing a Talent Research Wing, improving infrastructure, and providing 3% government job reservation for athletes.