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Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Madurai collector flags off vehicles for doorstep delivery of ration
Madurai: District collector K J Praveen Kumar on Tuesday flagged off delivery vehicles for the Thayumanavar scheme that was launched earlier in the day by chief minister M K Stalin. The scheme ensures home delivery of ration items to elderly and disabled ration card holders. He also handed over ration supplies to beneficiaries at Alathur village in Madurai north taluk Later, the collector inspected development works carried out in Tirumangalam municipality. He reviewed the 2.77-crore renovation project at the bus stand. The project includes construction of bus bays, an entry arch, seven shops, an office, staff rest area, a milk feeding room and toilets for men and women. He also inspected a 52.53-crore drinking water improvement project under the Kalaignar Urban Development Scheme. The collector then visited a park on Muhamadhusapuram East 4th Street and instructed officials to repair damaged play equipment, improve landscaping, and install gym facilities to make it a model public space. Meanwhile, IT and digital services minister Palanivel Thiaga Rajan distributed ration supplies at Subramaniapuram and inspected housing construction carried out by TN Urban Habitat Development Board there. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Minister inaugurates stormwater drain project
Madurai: Commercial taxes and registration minister P Moorthy on Saturday inaugurated a 3.93 crore stormwater drain project in Surya Nagar, which falls under the Madurai East assembly constituency. According to Madurai corporation officials, the project will cover 3.59km and aims to strengthen the drainage network and prevent waterlogging in the locality during heavy rains. The foundation-laying ceremony was attended by Madurai district collector K J Praveen Kumar, mayor Indrani Ponvasanth, and corporation commissioner Chitra Vijayan. Corporation officials said the works will include reinforced concrete drains with proper inlets to channel rainwater effectively and reduce flooding risks. The work will be completed in the next 3-4 months, said the officials. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
23-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Association seeks regulation of fee collection by colleges
Madurai: The All India Students' Association (AISA) submitted a petition to Madurai district collector K J Praveen Kumar on Wednesday, alleging that several govt and govt-aided colleges are collecting fees beyond govt-fixed rates. In the petition, the association said the illegal practice placed an undue financial burden on students and urged the district administration to take action to safeguard students' rights. It said students failing to pay are being denied hall tickets, marksheets, and other certificates, and alleged that some colleges are collecting tuition fees for three years at once. Several students who are eligible for scholarships are forced to pay the full tuition fee, and private colleges affiliated with Madurai Kamaraj University provide no clarity on the additional payments collected, it said and sought a probe into the matter. The association also demanded strict enforcement of the Tamil Nadu Private Colleges Regulation Act and refund of excess fees collected so far to the students. AISA is planning to conduct a protest on Panagal Road in the city soon to voice its demands.
Time of India
17-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Addl stalls to be set up at ‘Ungaludan Stalin' camps: Minister
Madurai: Tamil Nadu commercial taxes and registration minister P Moorthy on Thursday said that additional stalls will be set up at 'Ungaludan Stalin' camps that are being held particularly for those applying for the 'Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai' scheme. The minister inaugurated and presided over the 'Ungaludan Stalin' grievance redressal camps held for the public under Madurai corporation limits in all five corporation zones. For the past two days, the camps were held for several suburban and rural areas such as Othakadai, Melur, Usilampatti, and T Kallupatti, among others. Taking part in the camps at Jaihindpuram and Anaiyur on Thursday, the minister assured the petitioners that their grievances will be redressed by officials in a swift and efficient manner at the 'Ungaludan Stalin' camps. "We are trying to ensure immediate redressal of grievances. Since there are a lot of people applying for the 'Kalaignar Urimai Thogai' scheme, we are setting up additional stalls for the same at the camps for faster registrations," he said. He urged the public to make use of the camps that are to be held and benefit. In Madurai district, 347 camps are planned to be held from July to Nov. Madurai district collector K J Praveen Kumar, mayor V Indrani Ponvasanth, and other officials were present.
Time of India
11-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Awareness rally in Madurai on World Population Day
1 2 3 Madurai: Madurai district collector K J Praveen Kumar on Friday flagged off an awareness rally to mark World Population Day . The rally aimed to promote population control, reproductive health, and the prevention of child marriages. Organised by the district family welfare department, the rally witnessed participation from around 500 people, including nurses, health workers, and students. The march, which lasted for about 30 minutes, proceeded from the collectorate office to Government Rajaji Hospital (GRH). Participants carried placards highlighting key issues such as family planning, the importance of maternal and child health, and the harmful effects of child marriages. Officials said the rally was part of a broader effort to create public awareness of reproductive rights and responsible parenting. "Raising awareness about child marriages and promoting access to reproductive healthcare is essential for building a healthy society," said a senior official from the family welfare department. The campaign is part of a week-long district-wide programme that includes outreach in rural areas to educate people on the benefits of small families, contraceptive options, and govt welfare schemes supporting women and children.
