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Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thenarasu reaffirmed the state’s commitment to its two-language policy, declaring that it would not compromise on the principle even if it meant losing Rs 2,000 crore in central funding.
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thenarasu presented the state Budget for 2025-26 in the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly on Friday, 14 March.
Major Impacts Of Thangam Thenarasu
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Introduction of Samacheer Kalvi (2006–2011)
As School Education Minister, implemented Samacheer Kalvi—a Uniform System of School Education—standardizing curricula across Tamil Nadu. This reform improved pass rates by 15%, reduced educational disparities, and became a national model for inclusive education, benefiting millions of students.
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₹30 Lakh Crore Investments as Industries Minister (2021–2023)
As Industries Minister, led the Global Investors’ Meet (GIM), attracting ₹30 lakh crore in commitments. Startups grew from 2,105 to 10,649, and MSMEs doubled from 14.17 lakh to 32.10 lakh. This transformed Tamil Nadu into a global industrial hub, creating millions of jobs in Tier 2 and 3 cities.
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Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Scheme (2023–Present)
As Finance Minister, introduced the KMUT scheme, offering ₹1,000 monthly assistance to 1.15 crore women. Enabled by the Tamil Nadu Public Fund Tracking System, the scheme became a national example of transparent governance and women’s economic empowerment.
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Fiscal Discipline & Inclusive Growth (2024–2025)
Presented the 2024–25 and 2025–26 Budgets, allocating ₹27,922 crore for poverty alleviation (targeting five lakh families) and ₹3,500 crore for Kalaignarin Kanavu Illam (eight lakh houses). Reduced the revenue deficit from ₹68,000 crore to ₹41,000 crore, achieving fiscal stability while driving inclusive development.
