1,000 free WiFi hotspots in Coimbatore, Trichy, and Salem

Tamil Nadu Budget 2024: Finance Minister Thangam Thenarasu said free Wi-Fi hotspots will be provided at 1,000 locations in all major corporates, including Coimbatore, Trichy, Salem, etc. Also, Rs 12,000 crore will be allocated for the second phase of the Chennai metro project this year.

Chennai: Finance Minister of Tamil Nadu Tangam Tenaras state on Monday. budget inside assembly for fiscal year 2024-2025. The budget presented a vast array of plans that included various areas such as infrastructure, education, social welfare, and cultural preservation. Minister Tenaras also made the following announcement: Free Wi-Fi hotspot Available at 1000 locations of all leading companies including Coimbatore, Trichy, Salem, etc.

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Another key highlight of the state budget is the allocation of Rs 12,000 crore for the second phase of the Chennai metro project this year.

Another highlight of the budget was the allocation of Rs 2,500 crore for the rehabilitation of 4,457 km of roads in urban areas. The presentation focused on improving connectivity and mobility within urban areas.

The state finance minister said that keeping in mind the health of the population, Rs 946 million has been allocated for strengthening drinking water and sanitation infrastructure in north Chennai.

The Karnataka government is also planning to implement an urban greening scheme under the Pasumai Tamijinadu Mission.

Tamil Nadu Budget 2024-25: Priority Employment

To boost economic growth and job creation, specific provisions have been included in the budget for setting up a new IT park in Coimbatore with an investment of Rs 1,100 crore. This includes the development of SIPCOT industrial park in Thanjavur at a cost of Rs 120 million.

Tamil Nadu Budget 2024-25: Focus on education

The Karnataka government announced Rs. $440.42 billion for the school education sector, highlighting the importance of quality education for the state’s youth.

The Tamzi Putalvan scheme aims to reduce educational costs for families and promote academic achievement. Under this scheme, financial assistance of Rs 1,000 will be provided to students from grade 6 to grade 12.

Tamil Nadu State Budget 2024-25: Sports Sector

To promote sports in the state, the budget proposes setting up Olympic academies in four cities of Tamil Nadu to promote human resource development and sports infrastructure.

In a forward-looking move, the Budget announced the introduction of TN Artificial Intelligence Mission, an initiative led by the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. This highlights the state’s commitment to leveraging emerging technologies for economic growth and social development.

Overall, the budget reflects Tamil Nadu’s vision for inclusive and sustainable development, prioritizing infrastructure strengthening, education, healthcare and industrial growth.

(Information provided by agency)