Policies and Plans

Overview

The Tamil Nadu State Planning Commission plays a pivotal role in crafting comprehensive state policies and plans that guide growth across sectors, setting the trajectory for goal attainment. These regulations and guidelines, formulated by the government, address diverse issues and shape the overall governance direction of the state in achieving balanced and inclusive development.

Biotechnology and BioServices
Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Industry
Medical Devices
Medical Textiles
Lifescience ecosystem
Pharmaceuticals
medical institutions
healthcare
TN lifescience policy
TN Policy 2022
River ecosystem
Crushed sand
Zero waste
Recycling
Geology & Mining
M-Sand
Quality of sand
Conservation of river sand
Sustainability
Mining of sand
Quarrying
TN Policy 2023
Innovation
Human capital
Knowledge-based economy
Focus & Sunrise sectors
Hi-tech corridor
Research infrastructure
Diversified economy
R&D investments
R&D in manufacturing
Disaster Management
Calamity
Early warning systems for disaster management
Early warning systems
Global warming
Disaster damages
Climate change
Relief response
Evacuation strategy
TN Policy
Tamil Nadu Disaster Risk Reduction Agency
State Emergency Operation Centre
District Emergency Operation Centre
State Disaster Management Cell
Disaster Risk Reduction
State Disaster Risk Management Fund
Managing Seismic and Landslide Risks
Disaster Prevention
Mitigation and Preparedness
Urban Flooding
Reducing the Risk of Urban Flooding in Chennai
Automatic Rain Gauges
Automatic Weather Stations
Doppler radar observations
Weather Balloons Lightning Detection Network
Landslide Detection Sensor Network
Seismic Observation Network
TNSMART
Medical Preparedness
Community Based Disaster Preparedness
Aapda Mitra
Green Logistics
EXIM
Industrial corridor
TIDCO
Supply chain management
Logistics management
Transportation
Warehousing
Inventory management
TN Logistics Policy
Startup ecosystem & Incubation ecosystem
Investment ecosystem
MSME
Vibrant Startup Ecosystem
Social Entrepreneurship
Business Expansion
Conducive Environment
Angel investors
ICT
Improved Governance Workflow & Public Service delivery
Transparency
Accountability
Ethics
Equity
ICT adoption and leadership
AI harnessing
Safety and security
Digital governance
TN Policy 2020
e-Governance
Citizen-centric
Data security & Integrity
Blockchain Technology
Government processes
Authentication & Verification
Encrypted communication
Tamil Nadu
Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
FPO
Agricultural Policy
Farmer Empowerment
Rural Development
Agricultural Cooperatives
Agricultural Marketing
Collective Farming
Agribusiness
Farmer Welfare
Sustainable Agriculture
Rural Entrepreneurship
Farmer Capacity Building
Tamil Nadu policy
farmer policy
policies
Breeding
Cattle Breed Policy
cross-breed
Revised Breeding Policy
Cattle Breeding
Buffalo Breeding
Livestock Genetics
Animal Husbandry
Breeding Programs
Livestock
Improvement
Genetic Resources
Animal Health
Livestock Management
Animal
Reproduction
Genetic Diversity
Breeding Strategies
Livestock Development
Animal Welfare
Defence Industrial Corridor
Advanced Computing
Design Engineering Centre
Investor-friendly initiatives
Conducive business climate
Key destination
Preferred State
Industrial powerhouse
Investments
Aerospace & Defence ecosystem
TN Defence policy
Tourism
economy
culture
tangible heritage
intangible heritage
experiences
sustainable tourism
growth
local communities
community
Employment generation
Balanced Industrialisation
Startups
Clusters
NEEDS
UYEGP
PMEGP
Capacity building
Conducive business environment
Scaling up
Engine of growth
Manufacturing capabilities
Regional development
Socio-economic empowerment
TN Policy 2021
UNCRC
Child Rights
Right to Survival
Right to Development
Right to Protection
Right to Participation
Right to Education
Right to Express Views
Right to Health
Right to Association
Bala Sabha
Neighbourhood Child Protection Committees
Child Protection
SDG
Child Development in Tamil Nadu
Holistic Approach to Child Welfare
Childline 1098
Child Welfare
Children Policy
Children’s Rights in Tamil Nadu
Child Protection and Welfare Services in Tamil Nadu
Education
Impact of COVID-19 on Children in Tamil Nadu
Digital Divide
Violence Against Children
Holistic Child Development Agenda
Children’s Rights Advocacy
Proactive Implementation of Child Welfare Policies
COVID-19 Impact on Child
Dignified Childhood
Role Model State for Child Welfare
Emerging Child Welfare Issues in Tamil Nadu
Empowering Children in Tamil Nadu
State’s Commitment to Child Well-being
Tamil Nadu’s Approach to Child Protection
Greenfield Data centre
Ease of Doing Business
Network connectivity
ELCOT
Institutional measures
Supportive technology framework
Encourage cloud computing and emerging technologies
Data centres
Numero uno destination
Urban Housing Development in Tamil Nadu
Affordable Housing Guidelines
Habitat Policy Tamil Nadu
Low-Income Housing Initiatives
Housing for Economically Weaker Sections
Urban Housing Scheme 2020 Tamil Nadu
Inclusive Urban Development
Public Housing Programs
Affordable Rental Housing
Smart City Housing Projects
Sustainable Urban Habitat
Housing Finance in Tamil Nadu
Community Participation in Housing Development
Infrastructure Development for Affordable Housing
Policy Implementation and Monitoring
Housing for Vulnerable Populations
Land Use Planning for Affordable Housing
Social Housing Policies
Government Subsidies for Housing in Tamil Nadu
Sustainable Tourism Practices
Community-based Tourism
Biodiversity Conservation in Tourism
Eco-friendly Tourism Initiatives
Protected Areas Tourism
Local Community Participation in Ecotourism
Wildlife Tourism Regulations
Heritage and Nature Tourism
Tourism and Environmental Sustainability
Promotion of Responsible Tourism
Cultural Heritage in Ecotourism
Tourism Infrastructure Development
Partnerships with Local Communities
Conservation of Natural Landscapes
Ecotourism Development Plans
Tourism Impact Assessment
Eco-friendly Accommodations
Tour Guide Training in Ecotourism
Sustainable Forest Management
Biodiversity Conservation
Community Participation in Forestry
Wildlife Protection
Eco-Tourism Initiatives
Afforestation Programs
Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
Forest Governance
Natural Resource Management
Environmental Conservation Strategies
Livelihood Improvement
Forest Rights and Tribal Welfare
Water Resource Management
Non-Timber Forest Products
Ecological Restoration
Forest Monitoring and Surveillance
Habitat Protection and Restoration
Green Cover Enhancement
Policy Evaluation and Impact Assessment
Ethanol blended petrol
Bio ethanol
Green economy
Agri resources utilisation
Indigenous fuel-grade ethanol production
Investment hub
Pollution reduction
Augmenting biofuel production
Green fuel promotion
Information Security Management
Cyber Crisis Management
Security Risk Reduction
Digital economy
Leader in ICT-enabled governance
Protect Information Assets
Governance and IT
Software security
Cybersecurity
Large financial institutions
Large & medium Information Technology firms
Financial services
FinTech
IT and Data Analytics
Leading Fintech State
EV manufacturing
EV cities
Charging Infrastructure
Battery swapping
Last-mile connectivity (electrification)
Manufacturing hub in Southeast Asia
Adoption acceleration in Tamil Nadu
Ecosystem development
Employment
Labour Productivity
Foreign Investments
State Export Promotion Committee
Leading export hub
Export infrastructure
Export diversification
Unlocking potential
Leather Footwear
Non-Leather Footwear
Leather products
Design Studios
Dominant footwear industry
Resilient supply chain
Favored supply chain
Asian hub
Natural gas
Green & Clean fuel
Piped distribution
City Gas network
Sustainable growth
Clean energy resources
Fuel mix
CNG
LNG
Special Economic Zones
SIPCOT
SIDCO
Industrial Corridors
Skill development
Exports
Community dog management
Sterilization programs
Tamil Nadu dog policy
Dog population control
Tamil Nadu Women’s Policy 2021
CEDAW
Women Empowerment in Tamil Nadu
Gender Equality
Gender Justice
Gender Education
WHO RESPECT Framework
Gender-Based Violence
Gender Norm
Adolescent
Nutrition
SHG
Women Enterprises Bridging Digital Gender Gap
Data-Driven Policy Making
Gender Disaggregated Data
Dropout Reduction Goals
Skill Building
Women’s Bank
Financial Inclusion
Martial Arts
Women Entrepreneurship
Workforce Participation Goals
Safe Spaces for Women
Tamil Nadu senior citizen population
Elderly
Ageing
Care for Elderly
Geriatric Care
Elderly in India
State Policy for Senior Citizens 2022
Demographic transition in Tamil Nadu
Challenges faced by senior citizens
International declarations on senior citizen rights
Holistic environment for senior citizens
Inclusive approach to elderly care
Social vulnerabilities of senior citizens
Senior citizen health and nutrition access
Tamil Nadu Directorate for Senior Citizens
Age-friendly society in Tamil Nadu
Quality of life for senior citizens in India
Waste management policy
environmental policy
sustainability
waste disposal
pollution
Organic Farming
Farming Policy
Agriculture
Organic Practices
Environmental Sustainability
Crop Production
Soil
Health
Organic Certification
Agroecology
Biodiversity
Agricultural Sustainability
Employment policy
economic strategy
poverty alleviation
inclusive growth
skill development
labor market
Sustainable development and growth
climate change
land conservation
socio-economic development
Industrial economy
MSME sector
innovation and startup policy
economic development
sustainable development
tourism policy
Language and culture integration
cultural policy implementation
Tamil language development
Tamil literature
education
collaboration
research
social impact
artists
heritage
water management
Water governance
water conservation

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Biotechnology and BioServices
Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Industry
Medical Devices
Medical Textiles
Lifescience ecosystem
Pharmaceuticals
medical institutions
healthcare
TN lifescience policy
TN Policy 2022

River ecosystem
Crushed sand
Zero waste
Recycling
Geology & Mining
M-Sand
Quality of sand
Conservation of river sand
Sustainability
Mining of sand
Quarrying
TN Policy 2023

Innovation
Human capital
Knowledge-based economy
Focus & Sunrise sectors
Hi-tech corridor
Research infrastructure
Diversified economy
R&D investments
R&D in manufacturing
TN Policy 2022

Disaster Management
Calamity
Early warning systems for disaster management
Early warning systems
Global warming
Disaster damages
Climate change
Relief response
Evacuation strategy
TN Policy
Tamil Nadu Disaster Risk Reduction Agency
State Emergency Operation Centre
District Emergency Operation Centre
State Disaster Management Cell
Disaster Risk Reduction
State Disaster Risk Management Fund
Managing Seismic and Landslide Risks
Disaster Prevention
Mitigation and Preparedness
Urban Flooding
Reducing the Risk of Urban Flooding in Chennai
Automatic Rain Gauges
Automatic Weather Stations
Doppler radar observations
Weather Balloons Lightning Detection Network
Landslide Detection Sensor Network
Seismic Observation Network
TNSMART
Medical Preparedness
Community Based Disaster Preparedness
Aapda Mitra

Green Logistics
EXIM
Industrial corridor
TIDCO
Supply chain management
Logistics management
Transportation
Warehousing
Inventory management
TN Logistics Policy
TN Policy 2023

Startup ecosystem & Incubation ecosystem
Investment ecosystem
MSME
Vibrant Startup Ecosystem
Social Entrepreneurship
Business Expansion
Conducive Environment
Angel investors
TN Policy 2023

ICT
Improved Governance Workflow & Public Service delivery
Transparency
Accountability
Ethics
Equity
ICT adoption and leadership
AI harnessing
Safety and security
Digital governance
TN Policy 2020

e-Governance
Citizen-centric
Data security & Integrity
Blockchain Technology
Government processes
Authentication & Verification
Encrypted communication
TN Policy 2020

Tamil Nadu
Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs)
FPO
Agricultural Policy
Farmer Empowerment
Rural Development
Agricultural Cooperatives
Agricultural Marketing
Collective Farming
Agribusiness
Farmer Welfare
Sustainable Agriculture
Rural Entrepreneurship
Agricultural Cooperatives
Farmer Capacity Building
Tamil Nadu policy
farmer policy
policies

Breeding
Cattle Breed Policy
cross-breed
Revised Breeding Policy
Cattle Breeding
Buffalo Breeding
Livestock Genetics
Animal Husbandry
Breeding Programs
Livestock
Improvement
Genetic Resources
Animal Health
Livestock Management
Animal
Reproduction
Genetic Diversity
Breeding Strategies
Livestock Development
Animal Welfare
Tamil Nadu policy
farmer policy
policies

Defence Industrial Corridor
Advanced Computing
Design Engineering Centre
Investor-friendly initiatives
Conducive business climate
Key destination
Preferred State
Industrial powerhouse
Investments
Aerospace & Defence ecosystem
TN Policy 2022
TN Defence policy

Tourism
economy
culture
tangible heritage
intangible heritage
experiences
sustainable tourism
growth
local communities
community

Employment generation
Balanced Industrialisation
Startups
Clusters
NEEDS
UYEGP
PMEGP
Capacity building
Conducive business environment
Scaling up
Engine of growth
Employment generation
Manufacturing capabilities
Regional development
Socio-economic empowerment
TN Policy 2021

UNCRC
Child Rights
Right to Survival
Right to Development
Right to Protection
Right to Participation
Right to Education
Right to Express Views
Right to Health
Right to Association
Bala Sabha
Neighbourhood Child Protection Committees
Child Protection
SDG
Child Development in Tamil Nadu
Holistic Approach to Child Welfare
Childline 1098
Child Welfare
Children Policy
Children’s Rights in Tamil Nadu
Child Protection and Welfare Services in Tamil Nadu
Education
Impact of COVID-19 on Children in Tamil Nadu
Digital Divide
Violence Against Children
Holistic Child Development Agenda
Children’s Rights Advocacy
Proactive Implementation of Child Welfare Policies
COVID-19 Impact on Child
Dignified Childhood
Role Model State for Child Welfare
Emerging Child Welfare Issues in Tamil Nadu
Empowering Children in Tamil Nadu
State’s Commitment to Child Well-being
Tamil Nadu’s Approach to Child Protection

Greenfield Data centre
Ease of Doing Business
Network connectivity
ELCOT
Institutional measures
Supportive technology framework
Encourage cloud computing and emerging technologies
Data centres
Numero uno destination
TN Policy 2021

Urban Housing Development in Tamil Nadu
Affordable Housing Guidelines
Habitat Policy Tamil Nadu
Low-Income Housing Initiatives
Housing for Economically Weaker Sections
Urban Housing Scheme 2020 Tamil Nadu
Inclusive Urban Development
Public Housing Programs
Affordable Rental Housing
Smart City Housing Projects
Sustainable Urban Habitat
Housing Finance in Tamil Nadu
Community Participation in Housing Development
Infrastructure Development for Affordable Housing
Policy Implementation and Monitoring
Housing for Vulnerable Populations
Land Use Planning for Affordable Housing
Social Housing Policies
Government Subsidies for Housing in Tamil Nadu

Sustainable Tourism Practices
Community-based Tourism
Biodiversity Conservation in Tourism
Eco-friendly Tourism Initiatives
Protected Areas Tourism
Local Community Participation in Ecotourism
Wildlife Tourism Regulations
Heritage and Nature Tourism
Tourism and Environmental Sustainability
Promotion of Responsible Tourism
Cultural Heritage in Ecotourism
Tourism Infrastructure Development
Partnerships with Local Communities
Conservation of Natural Landscapes
Ecotourism Development Plans
Tourism Impact Assessment
Eco-friendly Accommodations
Tour Guide Training in Ecotourism
Policy Implementation and Monitoring

Sustainable Tourism Practices
Community-based Tourism
Biodiversity Conservation in Tourism
Eco-friendly Tourism Initiatives
Protected Areas Tourism
Local Community Participation in Ecotourism
Wildlife Tourism Regulations
Heritage and Nature Tourism
Tourism and Environmental Sustainability
Promotion of Responsible Tourism
Cultural Heritage in Ecotourism
Tourism Infrastructure Development
Partnerships with Local Communities
Conservation of Natural Landscapes
Ecotourism Development Plans
Tourism Impact Assessment
Eco-friendly Accommodations
Tour Guide Training in Ecotourism
Policy Implementation and Monitoring

Sustainable Forest Management
Biodiversity Conservation
Community Participation in Forestry
Wildlife Protection
Eco-Tourism Initiatives
Afforestation Programs
Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
Forest Governance
Natural Resource Management
Environmental Conservation Strategies
Livelihood Improvement
Forest Rights and Tribal Welfare
Water Resource Management
Non-Timber Forest Products
Ecological Restoration
Forest Monitoring and Surveillance
Habitat Protection and Restoration
Green Cover Enhancement
Policy Evaluation and Impact Assessment

Ethanol blended petrol
Bio ethanol
Green economy
Agri resources utilisation
Indigenous fuel-grade ethanol production
Investment hub
Pollution reduction
Augmenting biofuel production
Green fuel promotion
TN Policy 2023

Information Security Management
Cyber Crisis Management
Security Risk Reduction
Digital economy
Leader in ICT-enabled governance
Protect Information Assets
Governance and IT
Software security
Cybersecurity
TN Policy 2020

Startups
Large financial institutions
Large & medium Information Technology firms
Financial services
FinTech
IT and Data Analytics
Leading Fintech State
TN Policy 2021

EV manufacturing
EV cities
Charging Infrastructure
Battery swapping
Recycling
Last-mile connectivity (electrification)
Manufacturing hub in Southeast Asia
Adoption acceleration in Tamil Nadu
Ecosystem development
EV cities
TN Policy 2023

Employment
Labour Productivity
Foreign Investments
State Export Promotion Committee
Leading export hub
Export infrastructure
Export diversification
Leading export hub
Unlocking potential
TN Policy 2021

Leather Footwear
Non-Leather Footwear
Leather products
Clusters
Design Studios
Dominant footwear industry
Resilient supply chain
Favored supply chain
Asian hub
TN Policy 2022

Natural gas
Green & Clean fuel
Piped distribution
City Gas network
Sustainable growth
Clean energy resources
Fuel mix
CNG
LNG
TN Policy 2023

Special Economic Zones
SIPCOT
SIDCO
Industrial Corridors
Focus & Sunrise sectors
Innovation
Skill development
Exports
Investments
Ease of Doing Business
TN Policy 2021

Community dog management
Sterilization programs
Tamil Nadu dog policy
Dog population control

Tamil Nadu Women’s Policy 2021
CEDAW
Women Empowerment in Tamil Nadu
Gender Equality
Gender Justice
Gender Education
WHO RESPECT Framework
Gender-Based Violence
Gender Norm
Adolescent
Nutrition
SHG
Women Enterprises Bridging Digital Gender Gap
Data-Driven Policy Making
Gender Disaggregated Data
Dropout Reduction Goals
Skill Building
Women’s Bank
Financial Inclusion
Martial Arts
Women Entrepreneurship
Workforce Participation Goals
Safe Spaces for Women

Tamil Nadu senior citizen population
Elderly
Ageing
Care for Elderly
Geriatric Care
Elderly in India
State Policy for Senior Citizens 2022
Demographic transition in Tamil Nadu
Challenges faced by senior citizens
International declarations on senior citizen rights
Holistic environment for senior citizens
Inclusive approach to elderly care
Social vulnerabilities of senior citizens
Senior citizen health and nutrition access
Tamil Nadu Directorate for Senior Citizens
Age-friendly society in Tamil Nadu
Quality of life for senior citizens in India

Waste management policy
environmental policy
sustainability
waste disposal
pollution

Tamil Nadu
Organic Farming
Farming Policy
Agriculture
Sustainable Agriculture
Organic Practices
Agricultural Policy
Environmental Sustainability
Crop Production
Soil
Health
Organic Certification
Farmer Welfare
Agroecology
Biodiversity
Agricultural Sustainability
Tamil Nadu policy
farmer policy
policies

Employment policy
economic strategy
poverty alleviation
inclusive growth
skill development
labor market

Sustainable development and growth
climate change
land conservation
socio-economic development

Industrial economy
MSME sector
innovation and startup policy
economic development
sustainable development
tourism policy
skill development

Language and culture integration
cultural policy implementation
Tamil language development
Tamil literature
education
education
collaboration
research
social impact
artists
heritage

water management
Water governance
sustainable development
water conservation
environmental policy