The Times of India

Tamil Nadu interim budget 2026: Finance minister Thangam Thennarasu begins budget speech; welfare, education in focus

Tamil Nadu's Finance Minister presented an interim budget for 2026-27, focusing on continuity of government programs ahead of elections. Key allocations include significant funds for the School Education Department, museums, and welfare schemes like Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai. The budget also highlighted successes of the Chief Ministers Breakfast Scheme and Singara Chennai 2.0 projects.