Tamil Nadu CM Vijay presents Nammazhvar Awards for excellence in organic farming
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay presented the Nammazhvar Awards for excellence in organic farming to three farmers. Additionally, he inaugurated new infrastructure for the state's police and fire departments and honored a late headmaster with a posthumous bravery award.
Why it matters
The event highlights state-level recognition of sustainable agricultural practices and public service, reflecting government priorities in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Thursday (August 27, 2026) presented the Nammazhvar Awards for excellence in organic farming for 2025-26 to three farmers at the Secretariat in Chennai.
The awards were presented to C. Nallasivam of Namakkal district, A. Subramanian of Pudukkottai district, and Sadhana of Chengalpattu district. Each award carries a cash prize of ₹2 lakh and a medal.
Mr. Vijay also inaugurated, through video conference, newly constructed buildings of the Police Department and the Fire and Rescue Services Department at the Secretariat, built at a total cost of ₹164.64 crore. The inaugurated buildings include police stations, police quarters, departmental stores, fire stations, and quarters for fire and rescue services personnel across various parts of the State.
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