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Updated - August 05, 2026 03:24 pm IST

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson speaks as he presents the maiden budget of the TVK-led coalition government in the Legislative Assembly in Chennai on August 5, 2026. | Photo Credit: ANI

State Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson, on Wednesday (August 5, 2026), presented the maiden Budget of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led coalition government in Tamil Nadu. In his Budget speech lasting 2 hours and 30 minutes, he announced the provision of an eight-gram (one-sovereign) gold coin and a silk saree to brides under the ‘Annan Seer Thittam’ and the allocation of ₹560 crore for the ‘Thai Maaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam’, under which newborn babies delivered in government hospitals will be gifted a one-gram gold ring.

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Other announcements included the setting up of maternity care and support centres called ‘Thai Care’ across the State for pregnant women; the establishment of ‘Aran’ shelter homes in five districts to provide safe accommodation, food, counselling, and rehabilitation support to transgender persons facing social and familial challenges; and the creation of new mangrove forests in Cuddalore, Villupuram, Chengalpattu, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur, and Kanniyakumari, under the TN-SHORE scheme.

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August 05, 2026 15:19
PMK MLA Sowmiya Anbumani reacts
While welcoming the ‘Annan Seer Thittam’ and ‘Thai Maaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam’, Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK) MLA Sowmiya Anbumani expressed disappointment over absence of any scheme on agriculture and farmers’ welfare. She was speaking to reporters at the Secretariat in Chennai after the State Budget was presented by Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson.
August 05, 2026 15:08
T.N. Budget session to end on Sep. 8
Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Speaker J.C.D. Prabhakar, on Wednesday, said the Budget session of the Assembly would continue till September 8. The entire proceedings of the Assembly would be telecast live, he added.
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August 05, 2026 14:50
Specialised govt. law college in Madurai soon
The Tamil Nadu government will establish a specialised Government Law College in Madurai offering advanced legal education on a par with a School of Excellence in Law, Finance Minister Marie Wilson said while presenting the Revised Budget in the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday.
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August 05, 2026 14:03
‘Tamil Nadu Institute of Design’
Finance Minister Mr. Wilson, while presenting the Budget, said: “Artisan communities and talented students in rural areas across Tamil Nadu face significant challenges in accessing premier national-level design institutions. To bridge these gaps, ‘Tamil Nadu Institute of Design’ will be established as an institution of State importance. This institute will be established at an estimated cost of ₹60 crore.”
August 05, 2026 14:00
‘Space Industrial Investment Zone’ at Tirunelveli, Thoothukudi
In south Tamil Nadu, “Thoothukudi and Tirunelveli will be declared as a ‘Space Industrial Investment Zone’, anchored by the strategic significance of the spaceport at Kulasekarapattinam,” announced Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson during his Budget speech on Wednesday.
August 05, 2026 13:53
DMK government's schemes renamed: Udhayanidhi Stalin
The Leader of Opposition and former Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin who addressed journalists at the Secretariat in Chennai after the presentation of TVK government’s maiden Budget, criticised saying many schemes of the erstwhile DMK government have been renamed. He also spoke about his police detention yesterday.
August 05, 2026 13:40
T.N. government announces 8-gram gold coin, silk saree for brides
The Tamil Nadu government will present an eight-gram (one-sovereign) gold coin and a silk saree as ‘Annan Seer’ (Elder Brother’s Gift) to eligible women on the day of their wedding, Finance Minister Marie Wilson announced in the Assembly on Wednesday (August 5, 2026). An allocation of ₹812 crore has been made in the Revised Budget Estimates for the scheme, which was part of the ruling Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam’s (TVK) election promise.
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August 05, 2026 13:31
New ‘Tamil Nadu Industrial Policy’ soon
During his Budget speech, Finance Minister Mr. Wilson said: “Tamil Nadu will release a new ‘Tamil Nadu Industrial Policy’ to foster innovation and technology-driven growth, support emerging industry sectors, and drive sustainable development and export promotion.
August 05, 2026 13:21
Multi Modal Logistics Parks, Dry Ports
To encourage large-scale investments and accelerate industrial growth in Tamil Nadu, the State government will strive to set up more Multi Modal Logistics Parks (MMLPs) and Dry Ports at strategic locations, and to establish petrochemical and ancillary industries, informed Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson. The government will also explore the possibility of setting up new ports in the State, he added.
August 05, 2026 13:14
‘Arivagam’ - Country’s first AI and innovation city in Tamil Nadu
Presenting the Revised Budget for 2026-27 in the Assembly, Finance Minister Marie Wilson said India’s first dedicated AI and innovation city, named ‘Arivagam’, will be established for artificial intelligence and deep-tech development, with facilities including an AI university, an international skill development centre, a semiconductor hardware testing lab, multi-domain innovation incubators, and modern residential infrastructure. A feasibility study for the project will be undertaken at an estimated cost of ₹5 crore.
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August 05, 2026 13:09
State's outstanding debt reduces by ₹690 crore since Interim Budget in Feb
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson said the overall outstanding debt of the State is estimated to be ₹10,98,768 crore in the Revised Budget Estimates 2026-27 as against ₹10,99,458 crore in the Interim Budget Estimates 2026-27 (presented by the erstwhile DMK government on February 17 this year prior to Assembly elections) — N. Sai Charan
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August 05, 2026 12:55
TVK govt's Budget a major disappointment: AIADMK leader Edappadi Palaniswami
Addressing journalists at the Secretariat in Chennai shortly after the presentation of Tamil Nadu Budget by Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson, AIADMK general secretary and former Chief Minister Edappadi K. Palaniswami said the Revised Budget 2026-27 presented by the TVK-led government was a major disappointment as there were no significant announcements — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 12:52
Meeting on Budget session's schedule under way
The Business Advisory Committee meeting has now begun to decide the schedule for the Budget session of Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 12:50
Traditional fishermen assistance hiked to ₹7,000
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson, on Wednesday, said the State government will increase lean-period fishing assistance for traditional fishermen from ₹6,000 to ₹7,000 per family, benefiting 1.93 lakh traditional fishermen families, with an allocation of ₹135 crore.
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August 05, 2026 12:48
Allocation for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Dept.
In the Revised Budget Estimates, ₹14,984 crore has been allocated to the Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare Department, announced Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson.
Tomorrow (August 6), Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare R. Vinoth is to table the State Agriculture Budget in the Assembly.
August 05, 2026 12:37
Finance Minister concludes Budget speech
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson who presented the TVK-led government’s maiden Budget in the Legislative Assembly on August 5, 2026 concludes his speech that lasted two hours and 30 mins — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 12:32
‘Thai Care’ for pregnant women's stay
Maternity care and support centres under the name ‘Thai Care’ will be established across Tamil Nadu for pregnant women, who can stay at these centres to receive care as their delivery date approaches. Free meals, medical support and continuous health monitoring will be offered at these centres, with an allocation of ₹23 crore.
August 05, 2026 12:29
Mobile Geriatric Treatment Centres for senior citizens
For the benefit of senior citizens, 1,000 Mobile Geriatric Treatment Centres will be introduced in phases across Tamil Nadu. Each mobile centre will function with a dedicated team of a doctor, a nurse and a physiotherapist, visiting every village panchayat in the State to conduct free health check-ups and provide medicines for chronic conditions. An amount of ₹33 crore has been allocated for this scheme, announced State Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson.
August 05, 2026 12:25
'Thai Maaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam'
Delivering the TVK-led government’s maiden Budget speech, Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson said: “To further increase deliveries in government hospitals and thereby reduce the public’s out-of-pocket healthcare expenditure, this government will implement the Thai Maaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam.” Under this scheme, every newborn delivered in a government hospital will receive a one-gram gold ring as “a gift from their beloved Thai Mamman, the Hon’ble Chief Minister, commemorating the birth of the child and celebrating the joy and significance of motherhood,” informed Mr. Wilson. A sum of ₹560 crore is provided in the Revised Budget Estimates for this scheme, he added.
August 05, 2026 12:19
' Aran' shelter homes for transgender persons facing social challenges
‘Aran’ shelter homes will be established in five districts to provide safe accommodation, food, counselling and rehabilitation support to transgender persons facing social and family-level challenges, announced N. Marie Wilson during his Budget speech in the Tamil Nadu Assembly on Wednesday. Besides, short-stay home facilities will be established in 15 districts to meet the needs of transgender persons travelling to other cities for education, employment, medical treatment, examinations and training programmes.
August 05, 2026 12:12
‘Nambikkai Illam’ in five districts for children with intellectual disabilities
Government institutions for persons with intellectual disabilities under the name ‘Nambikkai Illam’, will be established in Thanjavur, Tiruvannamalai, Salem, Cuddalore and Virudhunagar districts. These institutions will provide special education, early intervention services, rehabilitation and vocational training to children aged three years and above. In the initial stage, each institution will function as a day school with 50 students, later being upgraded to include residential facilities. For this, an amount of ₹4 crore is being allocated in the Revised Budget Estimates, announced Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson
August 05, 2026 12:06
‘Annal Ambedkar Overseas Higher Education Scholarship Scheme’
Under the ‘Annal Ambedkar Overseas Higher Education Scholarship Scheme’ for students pursuing higher education in renowned international universities, a maximum of ₹36 lakh per student will be provided. During the current year, the scheme will benefit 362 students at a cost of ₹131 crore. This is the highest-ever sanction under the scheme, Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson said while presenting the Budget.
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August 05, 2026 11:53
Announcements for youth and skill training
Internship programmes in collaboration with government and private industries are to be provided to 20,000 youth in Tamil Nadu in the first phase, announced N. Marie Wilson while presenting the State Budget at the Assembly in Chennai on August 5, 2026.
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August 05, 2026 11:51
New mangrove forests
As part of TN-SHORE scheme, the State government is to create new mangrove forests in the districts of Cuddalore, Villupuram, Chengalpattu, Mayiladuthurai, Nagapattinam, Tiruvarur, Thanjavur and Kanniyakumari, spread across 2,500 hectares, announced Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson.
August 05, 2026 11:45
For EV charging stations
Aimed at creating 20,000 public EV charging stations across Tamil Nadu in five years, a sum of ₹50 crores has been allotted for the financial year 2026-27. Further, the State government as set aside ₹5 crore to incentivise setting up of EV charging stations in residential places.
August 05, 2026 11:40
Anti-Drug Clubs in Tamil Nadu schools
As part of its commitment to a drug-free Tamil Nadu, the State government led by C. Joseph Vijay will establish Anti-Drug Clubs and student volunteer groups in schools.
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August 05, 2026 11:39
Tamil Nadu Palmyra Development Corporation
The government is to set up Tamil Nadu Palmyra Development Corporation with a budget allocation of ₹16 crore. It aims to ensure protection of livelihood and revenue generation of palmyra farmers by encouraging neera, palm jaggery and value-added palm products, announced Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson.
August 05, 2026 11:34
Tiruppur Textiles Technology Centre
State Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson, while presenting Tamil Nadu Budget, announced the establishment of Tiruppur Textiles Technology Centre to develop infrastructure for production of environmentally sustainable clothing.
August 05, 2026 11:30
‘TN AI Mission’
During his Budget speech, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson announced the launch of ‘TN AI Mission’ that will provide services in health, agriculture, education, and citizen service sectors among many others.
August 05, 2026 11:26
Allocation for Social Justice Dept.
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson announced an allocation of ₹3,937 crore for the Social Justice Department — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 11:16
For tribal habitations
Under the Aandror Development Scheme, a sum of ₹250 crore has been allocated to improve basic infrastructure in tribal habitations, including housing, roads, drinking water supply, streetlights, drainage facilities, and healthcare infrastructure, announced Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 11:14
For Adi Dravidar habitations
The State Finance Minister said: “Under the Ayothidas Pandithar Habitat Development Scheme, a sum of ₹300 crore has been allocated for the development of infrastructure and other basic amenities in Adi Dravidar habitations.” — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 11:12
'Mannin Magal Scheme': from agri workers to landowners
Under the Mannin Magal Scheme, Adi Dravidar and Tribal agricultural labourers will be provided financial assistance with an objective to make them become landowners. Priority will be given to women. They will receive a full exemption from stamp duty and registration charges.
Beneficiaries engaged in agriculture will also be provided with modern agricultural technology training. A sum of ₹20 crore has been allocated for the scheme, announced N. Marie Wilson, the State Finance Minister — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 11:10
Annal Ambedkar Entrepreneur Development Scheme
A sum of ₹165 crore has been allocated for the Annal Ambedkar Entrepreneur Development Scheme, stated the Finance Minister — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 11:09
Haj subsidy increase
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson announced that Haj pilgrimage subsidy has been increased from ₹25,000 to ₹35,000 — N. Sai Charan
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August 05, 2026 11:07
Allocation for Differently-abled Welfare Dept.
A total of ₹ 1,485 crore has been allocated for the Differently-abled Welfare Department, stated Tamil Nadu Finance Minister — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 11:03
10 Olympic Centres of Excellence
Ten Olympic Centres of Excellence will be established across Tamil Nadu. A sum of ₹50 crore has been allocated for it, announced the State Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson — N. Sai Charan
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August 05, 2026 11:02
For Special Programme Implementation Dept.
A sum of ₹17,150 crore has been allocated for the Special Programme Implementation Department — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 11:01
Allocation for Labour Welfare and Skill Development Dept.
A sum of ₹2,022 crore has been allocated to the Labour Welfare and Skill Development Department, stated Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:54
'Annan Seer Thittam': One sovereign gold coin, silk saree for brides
Under Annan Seer Thittam (a poll promise made by Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam at the time of 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly election), eight grams of gold coin and a silk saree will be provided to the bride. A total of ₹ 812 crore has been sanctioned, announced Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson while presenting the TVK government’s maiden Budget on August 5, 2026 — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:51
Expansion of TN Spark scheme
Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson announced that the TN Spark scheme will be expanded from 5,000 government schools to an additional 2,600 schools — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:49
5 new ITIs
Five new Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) will be established at an estimated cost of ₹90 crore, stated Finance Minister of Tamil Nadu N. Marie Wilson — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:48
Allocation of additional coaching classes for competitive exams
A sum of ₹3.38 crore has been allocated to provide additional coaching classes for SSC, RRB, and IBPS competitive examinations at District Employment Centres across Tamil Nadu, informed the State Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:46
Skill training for job seekers and stipend for trainees
Under the Vetrithiran Training Scheme, skill training and employability training will be provided to one lakh job seekers. In collaboration with government and private organisations, training will be provided to 20,000 youth in the first phase. Graduates and vocationally qualified trainees will be provided with a monthly stipend during the training period. A sum of ₹150 crore has been allocated for the scheme, announced Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:44
Training in AI
By 2031, five lakh students in engineering colleges, polytechnic colleges, and Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), and faculty members, will be provided with training in artificial intelligence (AI), announced Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:41
Establishment of T.N. Student Hostels and Infrastructure Corporation
A sum of ₹10 crore has been allocated as corpus to establish the Tamil Nadu Student Hostels and Infrastructure Corporation (TNSHIC), a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), to improve student hostel facilities across the State under TN-SUDAR scheme, announced the State Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson. It aims to establish 200 integrated student hostels with one lakh modern accommodation facilities at an estimated cost of ₹3,200 crore.
The project will be implemented under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model through the Design, Build, Finance, Operate and Transfer (DBFOT) framework. The State government will provide a 20% construction grant, amounting to ₹640 crore — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:38
Vetri Laptop Scheme
A sum of ₹2,000 crore has been allocated for the Vetri Laptop Scheme, announced Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson while presenting the State Budget at the Assembly on Wednesday — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:37
Bicycles with helmets, water bottles for class XI students
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson, during his Budget speech said: “Under the ‘Puthiya Payanam, Puthiya Vegam’ scheme, bicycles equipped with a helmet and a water bottle will be provided to 5.3 lakh Class XI students studying in government and government-aided schools during the 2026–27 academic year, at a cost of ₹277 crore.” — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:33
‘Katralil Mudhalidam Tamil Nadu’ initiative for school curriculum reforms
A total of ₹25 crore has been allocated for the ‘Katralil Mudhalidam Tamil Nadu’ initiative for the Tamil Nadu School curriculum reform programme, informed Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson on Wednesday — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:30
New law college at Madurai
A new law college will be established in Madurai with intake of 300 students, announced Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson while presenting the State Budget for the year 2026-27 — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:28
Allocation for Higher Education Department
A total of ₹8,393 crore has been allocated to the Higher Education Department, said Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson during his Budget speech in Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on Wednesday — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:26
Budget allocation for School Education Department
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson said a total of ₹44,527 crore has been allocated to the School Education Department for the year 2026-27 — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:25
'Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Model Schools' scheme
Under the Perunthalaivar Kamarajar Model Schools scheme, modern residential schools will be established. Students from Classes IX to XII will be provided with education, food, uniforms, accommodation, textbooks, and healthcare free of cost. A total of ₹125 crore has been allocated for the development of school infrastructure, informed Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson while presenting the State Budget in the Assembly on Wednesday — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:23
Launch of ‘Super Clean, Super Campus’ scheme in schools
Under the ‘Super Clean, Super Campus’ scheme, daily cleaning, drinking water and toilet maintenance, and round-the-clock security will be provided in 10,000 schools in the first phase. A sum of ₹139 crore has been allocated for the scheme — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:21
₹300 crores for modernisation of govt. schools
Under the Palli Niraivu Thittam, 3,734 government schools will be modernised at an estimated cost of ₹2,132 crore. An allocation of ₹300 crore has been made for the current financial year — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:16
'Efforts to increase Tamil Nadu's revenue are on'
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson said: “To augment revenue sources, the government has been taking all efforts to increase both tax revenue and non-tax revenue.” — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:14
End of biased award of tenders: Marie Wilson
The TVK government has put an end to the practice of awarding tenders to select individuals and political parties, stated Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson during his speech while presenting the State Budget of Tamil Nadu for the financial year 2026-27 — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:12
Tamil Nadu's outstanding debt doubled in last five years: Finance Minister
Making his maiden Budget speech, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson said, Tamil Nadu’s outstanding debt has doubled over the last five years. The new government has brought transparency in the tender process. — N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 10:01
Budget Session commences
The Budget session of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly begins. Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson begins his address
- N. Sai Charan
Marie Wilson CM Vijay.jpeg
August 05, 2026 10:00
Udhayanidhi Stalin holds meeting with DMK MLAs
Ahead of the Budget presentation, Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin held a meeting with DMK MLAs in his room.
Mr. Udhayanidhi was detained a day ago, after being accused of making misogynistic remarks towards an actor.
- N. Sai Charan
August 05, 2026 09:56
Watch: AIADMK's Edappadi K. Palaniswami, other MLAs arrive at T.N. Assembly
Ahead of the 10 a.m. Budget presentation, AIADMK’s Edappadi K. Palaniswami, along with other MLAs, was seen arriving at the T.N. Assembly
August 05, 2026 09:44
Watch: Ministers and MLAs arrive at T.N. Assembly for Budget Session
Visuals showed several MLAs and Ministers arriving at the Tamil Nadu Assembly, ahead of the Budget Session.
August 05, 2026 09:09
TVK government’s White Paper puts Tamil Nadu’s debt at ₹13.18 lakh crore
Tamil Nadu’s actual outstanding debt stands at ₹13.18 lakh crore, including the combined debt of public sector undertakings (PSUs), says a White Paper released by Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson on June 16, 2026.
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TVK government’s White Paper puts Tamil Nadu’s debt at ₹13.18 lakh crore
Tamil Nadu’s actual debt reaches ₹13.18 lakh crore, highlighting significant fiscal challenges, according to a recent government White Paper.
August 05, 2026 08:33
White Paper addresses adverse impact of ‘revenue collapse’ on people of Tamil Nadu
Expressing concern over what the State government’s White Paper termed a “revenue collapse” in Tamil Nadu, the document is of the view that the trend is hurting the people of the State in three ways.
Ahead of today’s Budget, click here to read more on what the White Paper says...
August 05, 2026 08:04
Heightened expectations for Vijay-led TVK government's maiden Budget
Amid heightened expectations, the maiden Budget of the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)-led coalition government in Tamil Nadu headed by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will be presented in the Legislative Assembly on Wednesday (August 5, 2026). Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson will present the State Budget for 2026-27 at 10 a.m. in the Assembly.
The Budget assumes added significance as the TVK had made several promises on the welfare front ahead of the 2026 Assembly election and is now expected to outline its roadmap for fulfilling them. Many of the party’s poll promises require substantial financial resources for their implementation.
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August 05, 2026 07:20
Tamil Nadu budget: Ahead of TVK’s maiden budget, a primer on Tamil Nadu’s finances
As the new Tamil Nadu government led by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay gears up to present its first budget on Wednesday, here is a look back at the State’s finances, with charts explaining the changes over the years, how Tamil Nadu fares compared with its peers and the challenges ahead.
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Tamil Nadu budget: Ahead of TVK’s maiden budget, a primer on Tamil Nadu’s finances
Explore Tamil Nadu's financial landscape and challenges ahead of TVK's inaugural budget presentation by Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay.