Students from the state, tourists and Tamils employed in many countries were not in a position to return due to suspension of flight services, an official press release here said.

"The registration is to ascertain the details of non- resident Tamils in different countries and for making quarantine arrangements in Tamil Nadu (upon their return)," the release said.

"This initiative has been launched in the interest and well-being of the non-resident Tamils and their families living in the state," it added. 

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