Chennai, Feb. 17 -- Reaffirming agriculture as the foundation of Tamil Nadu's economy, Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare M R K Panneerselvam on Tuesday announced allocation of Rs 47,248.24 crore for the sector and allied departments.
Presenting the Interim Budget in the State Assembly, he said the outlay marks a steady rise from Rs 45,661 crore in 2025-26 and reflects an increase of over Rs 11,000 crore compared to the Rs 34,220 crore allocated in 2021-22, underlining the government's continued fiscal emphasis on farm growth and income stability.
Observing that the government's focus remains on enhancing farm incomes, expanding irrigation coverage, improving productivity and ensuring food and nutritional security, the Minister...