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policy The Hindu Wednesday, 13 May 2026 NEW

The legacy of women Ministers in Tamil Nadu

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Summary

Women have been serving as Ministers in the Tamil Nadu Cabinet for a long time. Even before India gained independence, a woman Minister was included in the Cabinet formed in the then Madras Presidency

Key Facts

Type Policy
Source The Hindu - National
Published Wednesday, 13 May 2026
Affected Population 1.4 billion consumers, 300 million without reliable power

Key Numbers

500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030
Saubhagya: 100% household electrification
175 GW renewable energy installed (2025)
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives

Key Authorities

Ministry of PowerMinistry of New & Renewable EnergyCEAMinistry of Electronics & ITTRAI

Key Stakeholders

Power ConsumersDISCOMsCoal IndustryInternet UsersTech CompaniesStartups

Government Context

NDA III BJP-led NDA
Centre-Right
Left Centre Right

Amendment History

1 change recorded for this policy.

Sectors Wednesday, 13 May 2026 via the_hindu_policy
Gender & Women, Social Protection
Digital & Technology, Energy, Social Protection

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