
Recent Activities
- Tamil Nadu Targets 50% Renewable Energy by 2030; Liquor Revenue Rises to ₹48,344 Crore
- TNEB to Buy 6,000 MW Power from Private Firms as Tamil Nadu Faces 22,000 MW Summer Demand
- Tamil Nadu Prepares for Record 22,000 MW Power Demand with Smart Meter Push and Renewable Energy Projects
- Tamil Nadu Prepares for 22,000 MW Power Demand with Transformer Fixes, Smart Meter Plans and Renewable Push
Achievements

TANGEDCO to Install Smart Meters Statewide
Minister Senthil Balaji announced tenders for smart meters to improve billing and reduce losses.

TN Targets 50% Renewable Power by 2030
Through solar parks, wind-solar hybrids, and pumped storage projects, TN plans major green energy push.

Free Power to 1 Lakh Farmers Completed
Under a ₹3,025 Cr scheme, one lakh farmers were given free power connections, boosting agricultural output.

TANGEDCO to Build 13 Substations
New substations in Chennai and Kancheepuram to handle rising summer electricity demand.

EV Charging Infra in 100 Locations
Tamil Nadu to float tenders for EV charging stations with complete infrastructure along highways.

TNEB 2.0: ₹41,623 Cr Power Projects
New thermal and hydroelectric projects to double Tamil Nadu’s power capacity by 2030.
Portfolio

Minister for Electricity, Prohibition & Excise (DMK)
2021 – 2023Led major power sector reforms, boosted renewable energy, and ensured record electricity supply during peak demand.
MLA – Karur Constituency (DMK)
2021 – PresentDriving constituency development through better roads, health services, and education infrastructure.
District Secretary – Karur, DMK
2018 – PresentStrengthened DMK’s grassroots presence and electoral performance in western Tamil Nadu.
Minister for Transport (AIADMK)
2011 – 2015Introduced public transport reforms and improved state-wide commuter connectivity.
MLA – Karur (AIADMK)
2006 – 2016Focused on local development, civic infrastructure, and public service delivery.