Tamil Nadu CM Vijay orders closure of 717 TASMAC shops near educational institutions, places of worship
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Summary
Of the 717 shops, 276 are located within 500 m from various places of worship, 186 near educational institutions, and 255 near bus terminuses
Key Facts
Type Notification
Source The Hindu - National
Published Tuesday, 12 May 2026
Affected Population ~350 million students, 10 million teachers
Key Numbers
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
1.5 million schools, 1,100+ universities
70% gross enrollment ratio target by 2030
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right