Chennai Corporation Budget 2025-26: Key Announcements by Mayor Priya
The Chennai Corporation Budget for the financial year 2025-26 was presented today by Chennai Corporation Mayor Priya. Several new initiatives and developments have been announced across various sectors, including public health, education, sanitation, and infrastructure.
Key Announcements
Public Health & Animal Welfare
- 1.80 lakh street dogs will be vaccinated against rabies and dewormed in collaboration with the Tamil Nadu Animal Welfare Board.
- AC facilities will be installed in all Chennai Corporation health centers for medicine storage rooms.
- Lift facilities will be provided in 22 newly constructed primary health centers.
- Pet hospitals will be established in addition to dog control centers in 10 zones.
- A pet burial ground will be set up at the Moolakottalam cemetery in North Chennai.
- 19 fogger machines will be procured for hospitals and maternity centers.
Education & Student Welfare
- 2,300 classrooms in middle, high, and higher secondary schools will receive globes at an estimated cost of ₹39.10 lakhs.
- ₹500 per day will be provided as a travel and food allowance for students participating in zonal, district, and state-level competitions.
- 414 kindergarten classrooms will receive ₹40,000 for electronic boards displaying lessons, songs, and stories.
- LKG and UKG classrooms in 100 schools will be upgraded with wall paintings, illustrations, and colorful furniture.
Sanitation & Waste Management
- 20 new vehicles will be purchased to clean roads and remove debris.
- 400 additional surveillance cameras will be installed to monitor garbage collection.
Digital Transformation & Tax Collection
- A new QR Code system will be introduced for property tax assessment, business tax, and license renewals.
- QR codes will be installed in corporation-owned commercial shops for tenants to pay rent and GST online.
Urban Development & Infrastructure
- A digital smart parking facility will be introduced via a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.
- Two new food courts with basic facilities and hygiene standards will be set up.
- 70 parks will have covered reading zones with seating.
- 10 large parks will be developed with inclusive facilities for all visitors, including special children.
Sports Development
- Two indoor badminton courts will be set up at Sadayankuppam and Burma Nagar to promote sports in North Chennai.
These initiatives focus on modernizing public services, enhancing digital accessibility, and creating a clean, organized, and inclusive Chennai. Stay tuned for more updates!
