On the environmental front, the budget announced the Tamil Nadu Coastal Restoration Mission to prevent sea erosion, reduce marine pollution, and conserve marine biodiversity at an estimated cost of ₹2,000 crore over the next five years.

Stating that the government is committed to providing all services digitally to citizens in an easy and transparent manner, Finance Minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan said the “Simple-Gov” initiative would be launched to achieve this goal. To ensure compliance with standards and time-bound development of software, an e-governance fund of ₹100 crore will be created.

The budget proposals also reflected the ruling party’s focus on Tamil identity. A memorial will be established in Chennai to honour the legacy of Tamil martyrs Thiruvalargal Thalamuthu and Natarajan, who sacrificed their lives in the struggle against Hindi imposition. The minister also announced that the government will take efforts to promote and support sea cruises that will connect places of significance in Tamil culture. Another major announcement was the setting up of a Grand Chola Museum at Thanjavur to preserve artefacts and relics of the Cholas.

To provide accommodation to Sri Lankan Tamils residing in the state, the Tamil Nadu government has sanctioned ₹223 crore for the construction of 3,959 houses in existing rehabilitation camps.

Media: Indian Express