Tamil Nadu Budget 2026 LIVE: TVK Government Targets $1.5 Trillion Economy by 2031, Prioritises Education

The Tamil Nadu Budget for the financial year 2026-27 was presented today. State Finance Minister Mari Wilson tabled the budget in the Tamil Nadu Assembly at 10 AM.

This was the first budget presented under Chief Minister Vijay's leadership after the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) government came to power in the state.

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Aug 05, 2026, 12:38 pm IST

Tamil Nadu Budget Presentation Concludes After 2.5 Hours

The presentation of the Tamil Nadu budget for 2026–27 has officially wrapped up, with Finance Minister Maria Wilson delivering a speech lasting two and a half hours. Following the conclusion of the session, the Assembly has been adjourned till 10 AM tomorrow. Agriculture Minister Vinoth will table the agriculture budget tomorrow.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:33 pm IST

Unlike the previous regime, we will deliver honest, efficient, and good governance: Mari Wilson

Aug 05, 2026, 12:32 pm IST

Various measures are being taken to generate additional revenue – Mari Wilson

Aug 05, 2026, 12:31 pm IST

Work to revive Tamil Nadu's financial health has already begun, and it will take 2 years to completely streamline the financial administration, says Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:30 pm IST

Tamil Nadu's Own Revenue Stands at Rs 2.54 Thousand Crore

Tamil Nadu's own revenue has been recorded at Rs 2.54 thousand crore, says Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:26 pm IST

Renovations and consecration ceremonies will be carried out for 3,000 temples over the next 5 years. Additionally, 250 temple tanks and 75 wooden chariots will be restored. Basic amenities for devotees—such as drinking water, restrooms, and accommodation—will be upgraded, alongside the restoration of 213 temples that are 1,000 years old.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:24 pm IST

Haj Pilgrimage: Subsidy Hiked to Rs 35,000

The financial assistance provided for Haj pilgrims has been increased from Rs 25,000 to Rs 35,000. Additionally, welfare associations for Christian and Muslim women will be established with an allocation of Rs 1.05 crore.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:21 pm IST

Quaid-e-Millath Award Announced

The 'Quaid-e-Millath' award will be presented annually on Thiruvalluvar Day. This special honor is instituted to celebrate his profound love for the Tamil language and to pay a fitting tribute to his remarkable legacy.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:19 pm IST

Rs 60 crore has been allocated to set up pilgrim rest houses in Thirkadaiyur, Nagore, and Velankanni, ensuring safe and comfortable accommodation for spiritual travelers.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:18 pm IST

Pilgrimage Scheme for Senior Citizens

The government has announced plans to facilitate pilgrimages for 2.5 lakh senior citizens every year. Under the scheme, seniors can visit holy sites of their choice through government-backed arrangements, complete with AC travel, quality accommodation, and meals. An allocation of Rs 20 crore has been made for this initiative.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:17 pm IST

River Tourism Initiative Planned for Cauvery, Vaigai, and Tamirabarani

A new river tourism project is set to be launched across the Cauvery, Vaigai, and Tamirabarani rivers. Under this initiative, operations will be developed between Hogenakkal and Srirangam on the Cauvery, from Papanasam to Tirunelveli on the Tamirabarani, and within Madurai on the Vaigai. The project aims to boost tourism growth and local employment, with an allocation of ₹53 crore.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:13 pm IST

Government Vacancies to Be Filled Soon: Maria Wilson

Vacancies across government departments will be filled soon, with annual exam calendars to be released for all recruitment agencies. The government has also assured that complete transparency will be maintained in employee promotions and transfers.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:12 pm IST

Mamallapuram set to be transformed into an international tourist destination

Aug 05, 2026, 12:09 pm IST

New residential complexes will be built for police personnel, with an allocation of ₹431 crore to benefit 5,000 police families.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:08 pm IST

Rs 11,532 crore has been allocated to the Revenue and Disaster Management Department.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:07 pm IST

Aiming for a drug-free Tamil Nadu, the government has launched a 'Rehabilitation Fund' with an allocation of Rs. 70 crore to help individuals overcome drug addiction.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:05 pm IST

The DMK government’s 'Kalignar Kanavu Illam' scheme has been renamed as the 'Vetri Veedu Scheme'. Finance Minister Maria Wilson announced that approval will be granted to build 70,000 houses at a cost of Rs 3,000 crore in the first year of this initiative.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:03 pm IST

Rs 3,609 crore has been allocated for the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:02 pm IST

Rs 14,830 crore allocated to the Food and Consumer Protection Department.

Aug 05, 2026, 12:00 pm IST

Rs 3,609 crore allocated for the Rural Development and Panchayat Raj Department.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:52 am IST

MGNREGS: 100-day work scheme extended to 150 days

Under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS), vulnerable and poor families who have completed 125 days of work will receive an additional 25 days under the 'Vetri 150' initiative. With this, work days have been extended from 125 to 150 days, backed by a Rs 100 crore allocation from the government.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:50 am IST

Rs 200 crore allocated for the river-linking water and agricultural resources project.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:50 am IST

Rs 50 Crore Allocated for Key River-Linking Projects

The Tamil Nadu government has allocated Rs 50 crore to prepare Detailed Project Reports (DPR) for major river-linking initiatives, including the Pennaiyar-Cheyyar, Pennaiyar-Palar, and Thamirabarani-Vaipar projects.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:49 am IST

The Centre and the Karnataka government will take joint steps to implement the Bengaluru-Hosur metro rail project.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:48 am IST

Rs 150 crore allocated for the Cauvery-Vaigai-Gundar river linking project.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:45 am IST

Chennai Metro: State Proposes 3 New Corridors

Giving a major boost to the city's transit network, the state government has proposed three new metro rail corridors in Chennai. The budget announcement confirmed that steps are underway to introduce metro services along the Chennai Airport–Kilambakkam, Koyambedu–Pattabiram, and Poonamallee–Sunguvarchatram routes.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:43 am IST

Tamil Nadu will strongly oppose any projects, including Mekedatu, that compromise the state's interests. The government has vowed to safeguard all water-related rights and will push for raising the Mullaperiyar dam's water level, alongside fast-tracking the Godavari-Cauvery river linking project.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:42 am IST

Chennai is set to receive 1,000 new AC electric buses.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:41 am IST

Chennai is set to get 1,000 new AC electric buses, with the government allocating Rs 500 crore to upgrade EV infrastructure across bus depots.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:37 am IST

₹29,863 crore allocated to the Municipal Administration and Water Supply Department

Aug 05, 2026, 11:36 am IST

Boat rides soon in Chennai’s Adyar and Cooum rivers: Govt outlines major cleanup plan

Despite previous regimes allocating funds to clean and beautify the Adyar and Cooum rivers, little has changed on the ground. However, the current government is pulling out all stops to restore both waterways to their natural state. Authorities plan to invite global tenders and fast-track project reports to kickstart the comprehensive cleanup. The government has assured that citizens will soon be able to enjoy boat rides, take a refreshing dip, and work out along the revitalized riverbanks.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:30 am IST

Under the Chief Minister’s Integrated Urban Development Scheme, essential services like drinking water, roads, sewage, transport, green spaces, and e-governance will be brought under a single umbrella. The government has allocated ₹2,117 crore for the initiative, aiming to build world-class cities by 2031.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:28 am IST

Rs 8,852 crore has been allocated for the Housing and Urban Development Department.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:26 am IST

Steps are underway to transform Chennai into a world-class city. A comprehensive master plan will be implemented for the Chennai Metropolitan Area, which has been expanded to cover 5,904 square kilometers. An allocation of ₹25 crore has been made for this initiative.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:22 am IST

Rooftop Solar Subsidy Scheme Introduced

A new rooftop solar subsidy scheme has been rolled out, offering financial assistance of up to ₹1 lakh for solar panel installations. An allocation of ₹50 crore has been earmarked for the initiative.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:22 am IST

Smart meters will be rolled out for all consumers across Chennai, announced Maria Wilson. The scheme will also be extended to 50 lakh industrial and commercial consumers in other parts of the state.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:22 am IST

Rs 398 crore allocated for the AI and IT sector.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:19 am IST

Tamil Nadu Apparel Design Institution to be set up at a cost of Rs. 60 crore.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:19 am IST

A new Textiles Technology Centre will be set up in Tiruppur at a cost of Rs 10 crore.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:17 am IST

Rs 38 crore allocated for the livestock protection scheme.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:17 am IST

Special Programme Implementation Department gets Rs 17,150 crore allocation – Mariya Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:17 am IST

MSME sector gets a major boost with an allocation of Rs 2,142 crore.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:08 am IST

Under the Vetri Magalir Goat Rearing Scheme, 5 goats or sheep will be provided with a 100% subsidy. Widows, destitute women, transgender persons, and individuals with disabilities will benefit from this initiative. A total of 30,000 beneficiaries will be covered under the scheme, announced Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:03 am IST

Special assistance centers for pregnant women will be set up across the state, allowing expecting mothers to stay there as their delivery date approaches. The facilities will offer free food, medical support, and continuous health monitoring. The government has earmarked Rs. 23 crore for this welfare scheme.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:03 am IST

Rs 23,357 crore allocated to the Medical and Family Welfare Department.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:02 am IST

Uninterrupted medicine supply will be ensured to meet the ongoing requirements of patients undergoing treatment for hypertension, diabetes, and cancer.

Aug 05, 2026, 11:02 am IST

Rs 8,028 crore allocated for the cooperative sector in the budget.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:55 am IST

Gold Rings for Newborns in Govt Hospitals

Babies born in government hospitals will receive a 1-gram gold ring as a 'Thaaimaman' (maternal uncle) gift under a newly implemented scheme. A total of ₹560 crore has been allocated for the 'Thaaimaman Gold Ring' project, announced Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:51 am IST

Students and youth form the core vote bank for TVK and are seen as key to the party's political ambitions. This has sparked high expectations over whether the election promise to provide an unemployment allowance to college graduates will be fulfilled.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:51 am IST

Public expectations are soaring over key welfare promises, including whether TVK will provide six free LPG cylinders a year if it comes to power, alongside free travel for women across all government buses.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:51 am IST

The upcoming first budget of the TVK government has sparked immense expectations among women across the state. A major talking point is whether the monthly women's rights grant for female heads of households (up to 60 years of age) will be hiked from ₹1,000 to ₹2,500, fulfilling a key promise made in the party's election manifesto.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:51 am IST

The first budget of the Tamil Nadu government under Chief Minister Vijay is set to be presented today, following TVK coming to power. State Finance Minister Maria Wilson will table the budget at 10:00 AM.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

500 new Anganwadi centers will be built, announces Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

The government is taking steps to pull Tamil Nadu out of the financial crisis, says Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

TVK's victory is not just a win for the party, but a triumph for the people of Tamil Nadu, says Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

Chief Minister Vijay is running a corruption-free government: Mariya Wilson

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

TVK government operates with transparency – Mariya Wilson

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

Following a massive victory, Chief Minister Vijay has assumed office as a true democrat — Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Maria Wilson has begun reading the state Budget.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Maria Wilson is presenting the state budget for 2026–27.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu budget presentation, Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin is holding crucial consultations with DMK MLAs.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

Ahead of the Tamil Nadu Budget presentation, DMK MLAs have arrived at the Assembly, led by Udhayanidhi Stalin.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

CM Vijay arrives at the Tamil Nadu Assembly.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

With the budget being presented today, Chief Minister Vijay has left his Neelankarai residence in Chennai and is headed to the Assembly.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

Government employees are eagerly waiting to see if there will be any official announcements regarding TVK's key poll promises. The party's election manifesto had earlier assured that the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) for government employees would be considered, a ₹5,000-crore employee welfare board would be set up, and temporary workers would be regularised after completing five years of service.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:50 am IST

Chief Minister Vijay had earlier announced that the 'Thaimaman Thanga Mothiram' scheme, which provides a one-gram gold ring to newborns in government hospitals, will be launched on September 15 to mark C.N. Annadurai’s birth anniversary. An official announcement in this regard is expected in the upcoming budget.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

A special government law college will soon be set up, announces Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

Rs 8,393 crore allocated for the Higher Education Department – Mariya Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

The Tamil Nadu government remains steadfast in its opposition to NEET. The state will continue to urge the Centre to scrap the exam and conduct medical admissions based on Class 12 marks – Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

School Education Department receives a total allocation of Rs 44,527 crore, announces Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

Rs 2,000 crore allocated for the Vetri laptop scheme for college students — Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

Vetri laptop scheme for college students – Maria Wilson

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

'Super Clean, Super Campus' scheme to be implemented in 10,000 schools.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

Rs 139 crore allocated for the 'Super Clean Super Campus' scheme in schools

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

'Super Clean, Super School' initiative launched for sanitation works – Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

Super CM governance ensures complete safety and top-notch schools: Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

Finance Minister Mariya Wilson has begun announcing key initiatives for the School Education Department.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

Shortage of funds is hampering project implementation, says Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:49 am IST

Schemes announced based on the Thirukkural principles of Aram, Porul, and Inbam – Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:48 am IST

Rs 3,937 crore allocated to the Social Justice Department: Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:48 am IST

Rs 300 crore allocated for the development of Ayothidasa Pandithar's habitat: Mari Wilson

Aug 05, 2026, 10:48 am IST

Tamil Nadu allocates Rs 1,051 crore for the Youth Welfare and Sports Development Department.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:48 am IST

Rs 42 crore allocated for traditional rural sports competitions: Maria Wilson

Aug 05, 2026, 10:48 am IST

An expert committee comprising educators and industry leaders will be set up to design a unique AI curriculum, announced Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:48 am IST

Plans are underway to drive digital transformation across Tamil Nadu, says Maria Wilson.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:46 am IST

An official announcement regarding the 'Thaimaman Thanga Mothiram' scheme is expected in the upcoming budget. Earlier, Chief Minister Vijay announced that under this initiative, newborns in government hospitals will be gifted a 1-gram gold ring starting September 15, coinciding with C.N. Annadurai's birth anniversary.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:46 am IST

Students and youth form a major chunk of TVK's vote bank, driving the party's political momentum. Will the party deliver on its electoral promise to provide financial assistance to unemployed college graduates? This has sparked major anticipation among young voters.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:46 am IST

Will TVK fulfill its promise of providing six free cooking gas cylinders a year once it comes to power? Public expectations are also running high regarding potential rollouts like free travel for women on all government buses.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:46 am IST

The TVK government's maiden budget has sparked massive anticipation among women. Homemakers are eagerly waiting to see if the women's rights grant will be hiked from Rs 1,000 to Rs 2,500 for women heads of households up to 60 years of age, fulfilling TVK's election manifesto promise.

Aug 05, 2026, 10:46 am IST

The first budget of the Tamil Nadu government led by Chief Minister Vijay is set to be presented today, following TVK's rise to power. Finance Minister Maria Wilson will table the state budget at 10:00 AM.