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New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Business
- New Indian Express
Tamil Nadu government offers renewable energy course in eight polytechnic colleges
MADURAI: In a major initiative to promote green energy education, eight government polytechnic colleges in the southern districts have introduced a new 'Diploma in Renewable Energy' programme for the 2025-26 academic year. The course is being offered under a collaboration between the Government of Tamil Nadu and Tata Power Renewable Energy. The programme follows the 'Earn While You Learn' model, enabling students to receive monthly stipends ranging from Rs 4,000 to Rs 10,000 throughout their course period. As part of the curriculum, students will undergo three months of classroom training at their respective polytechnic colleges-including those in Madurai, Thoothukudi, Tirunelveli, Nagercoil, Usilampatti, Andipatti, and Chekkanurani-with a stipend of Rs 4,000 per month. The remaining nine months will be spent at TP Solar Limited in Tirunelveli, where they will gain industrial exposure and receive Rs 8,000 per month. Speaking to TNIE, G Vijayakumari, Principal of the Government Women's Polytechnic College, Madurai, said, 'Each polytechnic college has an intake of 30 seats. In Madurai, 38 students have already been admitted, with preference given to female candidates. Students will get hands-on learning on par with other engineering streams, including training in solar panel manufacturing, maintenance, and energy efficiency. This opens direct job opportunities at TP Solar after graduation without any service bond.' Andipatti Government Polytechnic College principal (i/c) M Poonguzhali added that classes began on July 7, and some seats are still available in certain colleges. 'Students who have completed Class XII can apply. Hostel and food facilities are provided free of cost during industrial training. The stipend will increase progressively- Rs 8,000 in the first year, Rs 9,000 in the second year, and Rs 10,000 in the final year,' she said. In addition, eligible students can avail Rs 1,000 monthly assistance under Pudhumaipen or Tamil Pudhalvan schemes. The course fee has been fixed at a nominal Rs 2,500 per year.
The Hindu
10-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Beneficiaries to act as brand ambassadors of government schemes, says Deputy Chief Minister
Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Thursday asked the beneficiaries to act as brand ambassadors of government schemes and explain them to others. The Deputy Chief Minister conducted a review meeting with officials at the Collectorate and instructed them to ensure the completion of scheme works on time. After that he participated in a government function held at the district stadium on the Collectorate premises. Mr. Udhayanidhi Stalin laid the foundation stone for 141 projects at a cost of ₹89.22 crore and inaugurated 39 completed works worth ₹11.57 crore. He distributed welfare assistance to 2,099 beneficiaries totalling ₹33.02 crore. Speaking at the function, the Deputy Chief Minister said that in the function, beneficiaries, including women, persons with disabilities, farmers, and sportsmen, are participating, which proves this government is for all. The Chief Minister is guiding the country through his welfare schemes. Especially, welfare schemes related to women are followed by other States. After he assumed office, the Chief Minister's first signature was for free travel for women in government buses. In the past four years, across the State, women made 730 crore trips and in Namakkal district alone, 15.80 crore trips were made by women in government buses. Under the Pudhumai Penn and Tamil Pudhalvan schemes, every year eight lakh students are receiving ₹1,000 in financial assistance per month. In Namakkal district alone 40,000 students are benefitting under these schemes. Under the Chief Minister's Breakfast Scheme, across Tamil Nadu 20 lakh students are benefitting; in Namakkal district alone 40,000 children are benefitting. Likewise, across Tamil Nadu, 1.15 lakh women are receiving ₹1,000 monthly under the Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam and in Namakkal district alone, 2.50 lakh women are receiving assistance under this scheme. Now, the Chief Minister has made some relaxation in the rules for getting this monthly assistance, he added. Explaining the government's achievements in the last four years in the Namakkal district, the Deputy Chief Minister said that in this function alone 1,700 people received land patta and the government ensured their legal rights. For Namakkal district, ₹200 crore was allocated for the ring road, ₹140 for laying roads at Bodamalai, ₹90 for Aavin hi-tech dairy, and mini stadiums for the Namakkal, Rasipuram, and Senthamangalam Assembly constituencies, Mr. Udhayanidhi Stalin added. Later the Deputy Chief Minister inaugurated a gym at the stadium and a social justice hostel at Rasipuram Thiruvalluvar Arts and Science College. Tourism Minister R. Rajendran, Adi Dravidar Welfare Department Minister M. Mathiventhan, MPs K.E. Prakash, V.S. Matheswaran, and K.R.N. Rajeshkumar, MLAs P. Ramalingam, and K. Ponnusamy, Collector Durgamoorthi, and officials participated.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
730 crore free journeys have been made by women under Vidiyal Payanam scheme: Udhayanidhi Stalin
Udhayanidhi Stalin NAMAKKAL: Several states in the country are adopting Tamil Nadu's initiatives aimed at empowering women, deputy chief minister Udhayanidhi Stalin said on Thursday. He said around 730 crore free journeys have been made by women in the past four years under the 'Vidiyal Payanam' initiative of the state govt (cashless travel for women on govt buses). This includes 158 million journeys in Namakkal district. Udhayanidhi was addressing a gathering at a govt event in Namakkal where he inaugurated several completed projects and distributed welfare measures. He mentioned welfare schemes like the Tamil Pudhalvan scheme, which supports eight lakh students with monthly assistance of Rs 1,000, the breakfast scheme benefiting 20 lakh school students and the Kalaignar Women's Entitlement Scheme, which has provided Rs 1,000 each to 1.15 crore women for over the last 22 months. You Can Also Check: Chennai AQI | Weather in Chennai | Bank Holidays in Chennai | Public Holidays in Chennai "New applications for this Kalaignar Women's Entitlement Scheme are being accepted, and our chief minister has eased the eligibility criteria for it," he added. 'The govt led by our chief minister is dedicated to serving the people in this manner,' he said. He appealed to the attendees at the event to serve as brand ambassadors of the govt, encouraging them to communicate its initiatives to others. "You all should act as brand ambassadors of this govt," he stated. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giá vàng đang tăng mạnh trong năm 2025 — Các nhà giao dịch thông minh đã tham gia IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo The deputy CM inaugurated 39 completed projects worth Rs 11.57 crore, laid the foundation for 141 new projects worth Rs. 89.22 crore and distributed welfare assistance totalling Rs 40.86 crore to 2,099 beneficiaries. The event saw participation of women, disabled people, farmers and athletes. 'This single event exemplifies that our govt is inclusive and serves everyone. "By providing welfare measures to 2,000 individuals, we are benefiting 2,000 families," he said. Udhayanidhi said Namakkal district stands out in areas like education, industry and agriculture. He highlighted several new initiatives for the district, which include the Namakkal Ring Road with an estimated budget of Rs 200 crore. Road access has been provided to the hill village of Bodhamalai at an estimated cost of Rs 140 crore. The Salem Central Cooperative Bank has been divided into two to form the Namakkal Cooperative Bank. Additionally, Aavin High Tech Dairy Farming is set to be established with an investment of Rs 90 crore. On behalf of the Sports Development Department, a mini stadium is planned to be constructed in three assembly constituencies -- Namakkal, Rasipuram and Senthamangalam, he said. Adi dravidar welfare minister Dr M Mathivendhan, Rajya Sabha member KRN Rajesh Kumar, additional secretary for the special programme implementation department S Uma and district collector Durga Murthy were among those participated. Later, the deputy chief minister held a meeting with officials from the district administration. Earlier, he had led a road show and held a meeting which saw the participation of more than 3,000 DMK cadres.
Time of India
20-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
Coimbtore district monitoring officer inspects ongoing projects in city
Coimbatore: Coimbatore district monitoring officer Kranthi Kumar Pati on Friday inspected several ongoing developmental projects in the city, including the western ring road and 24*7 water supply projects. Later, he held a review meeting officials from various departments, city corporation, and municipalities. During the meeting, Kranthi Kumar directed the officials to meet the deadlines of the ongoing projects and expedite works without compromising on quality. It was informed in the meeting that 137 Makkalai Thedi Mudhalvar camps were held across the corporation, municipalities, and town panchayats in the district. Of the 70,785 applications received, 58,203 were resolved. Similarly, on behalf of the social welfare and women empowerment department, as many as 17,678 female students and 20,889 male students are receiving ₹1,000 under the Pudhumai Penn and Tamil Pudhalvan scheme, respectively. Further, nearly 11.12 lakh beneficiaries are undertaking various medical assistance under the Chief Minister's Comprehensive Health Card.
New Indian Express
20-06-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Alert officials about dropouts, help reach 100% college enrolment, says Tirunalveli collector
TIRUNELVELI: In a bid to make Tirunelveli a no drop-out district and achieve a 100% college enrolment, collector Dr R Sukumar appealed to teachers and college faculties to alert the district administration if they come across any Class 12 dropouts. He also asked the authorities to keep a check on those students who have lost their parents. The collector was speaking at a special higher education guidance camp held at the Collectorate on Tuesday. "In the 2024-25 academic year, 14,847 students appeared for Class 12 public exam in the district, of which 13,285 cleared it. Among them, 1,035 students did not join any college. To support these students, the administration conducts this special guidance camp. The administration has already taken measures to prevent educational discontinuation. Schemes like Pudhumai Penn and Tamil Pudhalvan are being effectively implemented to promote higher education," Sukumar said. He added that as part of the initiative, two helpline numbers - 95003 24417 and 95005 24417 - are operational at the collectorate's control room to provide counselling with the help of trained teachers. "The administration is also providing financial and emotional support to the students who have lost one or both parents, encouraging them to pursue higher studies. We have asked headmasters of all schools to identify students and find out the reasons for not joining higher education. Suitable support is being arranged through the administration to ensure they are enrolled," he said. The collector also honoured two government school students, who secured admission to prestigious colleges, and seven others who cleared NEET by presenting them with shawls. He also distributed cheques worth Rs 3,500 each to five students for their college fees from his discretionary fund. The event was attended by Chief Educational Officer M Sivakumar, students and parents.
