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TN Assembly Extends Interim Budget Session, Debate Set for Feb 18-19

The Tamil Nadu Assembly's interim Budget session has been extended to continue until February 20. The general discussion on the Budget will be held over February 18 and 19, with participation expected from both ruling and opposition members. Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu is scheduled to reply to the debate on the final day of the session. The interim Budget, presented ahead of Assembly elections, focuses on continuing flagship schemes and ensuring financial stability.

Key Points: Tamil Nadu Interim Budget Session Extended to Feb 20

  • Session extended to Feb 20
  • Budget debate on Feb 18-19
  • Separate Agriculture Budget presented
  • Finance Minister's reply on final day
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TN interim Budget session to continue till Feb 20, debate on Feb 18-19

TN Assembly's interim Budget session extended till Feb 20. Debate on Feb 18-19. Finance Minister to reply on final day ahead of elections.

"The interim Budget... is expected to focus largely on continuing existing flagship schemes and ensuring financial stability. - Report"

Chennai, Feb 17

The Tamil Nadu Assembly's interim Budget session will continue until February 20, following a decision taken at the Business Advisory Committee meeting chaired by Speaker M. Appavu.

Earlier on Tuesday, Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu presented the state's Interim Budget for the financial year 2026-27 in the Assembly.

The presentation comes at a crucial time, with Assembly elections due soon, making the interim Budget politically significant.

Soon after the Finance Minister's address, Agriculture Minister M.R.K. Panneerselvam tabled the Interim Agriculture Budget for 2026-27 and delivered his speech outlining the government's priorities for the farming sector.

The separate agriculture Budget, introduced by the DMK government in recent years, continues to focus on strengthening farm infrastructure, expanding irrigation support, promoting mechanisation, and enhancing farmer welfare schemes.

Following the completion of both Budget presentations, the Speaker convened a BAC meeting to decide the schedule for further proceedings. It was resolved that the interim Budget session would be held until February 20.

As per the schedule finalised at the meeting, the general discussion on the Interim Budget will take place over two days - February 18 and 19.

Members from both the ruling party and the Opposition are expected to participate in the debate, raising issues related to fiscal management, welfare allocations, sectoral spending, and election-year commitments.

Finance Minister Thennarasu is scheduled to reply to the debate on February 20. His concluding remarks will address concerns and suggestions raised by members during the discussion.

The interim Budget, presented ahead of the Assembly elections, is expected to focus largely on continuing existing flagship schemes and ensuring financial stability, rather than introducing major new policy initiatives. The proceedings over the next three days are likely to witness intense debate, reflecting the political atmosphere in the run-up to the polls. With the session set to conclude on February 20, all eyes will be on the government's defence of its fiscal strategy and welfare commitments in an election year.

- IANS

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Rohit P
With elections around the corner, this budget session is more about politics than policy. Expecting a lot of noise from both sides, but will anything substantial be discussed for the common man's issues like inflation?
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Arjun K
The focus on farm mechanisation is a step in the right direction. Tamil Nadu can lead in precision agriculture if the schemes are properly funded and reach small farmers. Let's see what the debate reveals.
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Sarah B
As someone who follows state finances, I appreciate the extended debate time. A proper discussion over two days is better than rushing through. Hope the opposition comes prepared with constructive criticism, not just disruptions.
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Meera T
Respectfully, I hope the finance minister's reply on the 20th addresses the fiscal deficit concerns. Interim budgets before elections often have populist measures. We need responsible financial management for long-term stability.
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Karthik V
Good move to have a separate agri budget. But will the funds actually reach the farmers? That's the real question. The debate should grill the ministers on last year's utilization certificates.

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