To boost public outreach and deliver accurate, timely information on government programmes, the Tamil Nadu government has appointed four senior IAS officers—all at the rank of Additional Chief Secretary (ACS)—as official spokespersons for major departments.
| Officer | Primary Role | Departments They Will Represent |
|---|---|---|
| J Radhakrishnan – CMD, Tangedco | Official spokesperson | Energy, Health, Transport, Co-operation & Food, School & Higher Education, Textiles, Human Resources Management, Welfare of Overseas Tamils |
| Gagandeep Singh Bedi – ACS, Rural Development | Media liaison | Municipal Administration & Water Supply, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry & Fisheries, Water Resources, MSMEs & Industries, Environment & Natural Resources |
| Dheeraj Kumar – ACS, Home, Prohibition & Excise | Department spokesperson | Home, Prohibition & Excise |
| P Amudha – ACS, Revenue & Disaster Management | Official spokesperson | Revenue, Women & Social Welfare, Differently-Abled Welfare, SC/ST & Minorities Welfare, Labour Welfare, Housing, Highways & Ports, Tourism, Culture, HR&CE |
Key Points
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Verified updates: Each department’s secretary will supply fact-checked data and progress reports to the designated spokesperson.
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Press briefings: After consultation with the Chief Secretary, spokespersons will brief the media, ensuring a single, reliable source of government information.
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Objective: The move aims to create consistent, transparent, and speedy communication, preventing misinformation and improving public trust in state initiatives.
