CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu presented the 2025-26 Budgetat the Legislative Assembly building in the state Secretariat on Friday.

The Budget aims to uplift marginalised communities, support students, and create more opportunities for professionals.

A key highlight is the sustained investment in flagship initiatives, including free bus travel for women, the development of a 2,000-acre modern city, and a Rs 20,000 subsidy for 2,000 gig workers to buy electric scooters.

These efforts, along with strategic investments in industrial parks, skill development, and transport infrastructure, are set to boost Tamil Nadu’s economic growth and job creation.