Tamil Nadu 2026 Budget Live Updates: TVK Allots Rs 812 Crore For Gold Coin, Silk Sari Scheme
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N Marie Wilson presented the TVK government's first Budget in the Assembly.
The Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N Marie Wilson on Wednesday presented the TVK government's first Budget in the Assembly and hailed Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay for halting "cut" in tenders. Reiterating that the TVK regime opposes NEET, Wilson urged the Centre to scrap the test and revert to the old method of admissions based on class 12 marks.
He said several steps were being taken to bring the state out of "financial crunch."
He said CM Vijay has made a big achievement by stopping "cut" in tenders to some parties and individuals. He also listed reformative initiatives, including transparency in tenders.
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 Live: Haj Subsidy Increased
Haj subsidy for first time pilgrims will be increased to Rs 35,000 from Rs 25,000, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Marie Wilson said in Budget 2026-27.
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 Live: Wilson Lists Transparency In Tenders
In Assembly, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Marie Wilson lists reformative initiatives, including transparency in tenders.
VIDEO | Chennai: In Assembly, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Marie Wilson (@MarieWilson_TVK) lists reformative initiatives, including transparency in tenders.
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 5, 2026
(Source: Tamil Nadu Assembly)
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Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 Live: Rs 812 Crore Allotted For Gold Coin, Silk Sari Scheme
TVK regime's first TN Budget allots Rs 812 crore for 'gold coin, silk saree scheme' for women beneficiaries.
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 Live: Marie Wilson Praises CM Vijay
During Budget speech, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Dr. N. Marie Wilson said, "Vijay entered politics solely to repay debt of gratitude to the people. The Chief Minister has emerged victorious over numerous conspiracies and now leads the state with a commitment to provide good governance and healthy politics. He continues to champion the cause of genuine social justice. Tamil Nadu government has drawn up plans to achieve a 1.5 trillion Dollar economy by 2031."
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 Live: Law College To Be Established In Madurai
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Dr. N. Marie Wilson announced Rs 44,527 crore for the School Education Department. A Special Law College will be established in Madurai from the 2027–28 academic year. Rs 8,393 crore has been allocated to the Higher Education Department.
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 Live: TVK Announces Laptop Scheme
Presenting state Budget 2026-27, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Dr. N. Marie Wilson says, "Tamil Nadu Government urges Central Government to restore medical admissions based on Class 12 public examination marks...The State Government will implement the 'Vetri Laptop Scheme' for college students.
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 Live: AI Skills Training To Be Provided
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Dr. N. Marie Wilson says, "By 2031, artificial intelligence (AI) skills training will be provided to 500,000 students studying in engineering colleges, polytechnic colleges, and Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the state."
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 Live: Five New ITIs To Be Established
A Special Law College will be established in Madurai from the 2027–28 academic year. Rs 8,393 crore has been allocated to the Higher Education Department. The Finance Minister announced five new Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) will be established across Tamil Nadu at a total estimated cost of Rs 90 crores.
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: Vetri Laptop Scheme Announced
Presenting state Budget 2026-27, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Dr. N. Marie Wilson says, "Tamil Nadu Government urges Central Government to restore medical admissions based on Class 12 public examination marks...The State Government will implement the 'Vetri Laptop Scheme' for college students. Rs 44,527 crore has been allocated for the School Education Department.
(Source: ANI)
Tamil Nadu Budget 2026: State Finance Minister Begins Address
The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly began with Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson's address. Wilson said, Tamil Nadu’s outstanding debt has doubled over the last five years with the new government bringing transparency in the tender process.
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