Tamil NaduTuesday, 10 November 2026·Hindu Tamil Thisai

Tamil Nadu creates new state-owned infrastructure and construction corporation for projects above ₹200 crore

Tamil Nadu has formed a new government-owned corporation to execute construction projects worth more than ₹200 crore.

Key highlights

Direct fact

In November 2026, Tamil Nadu approved the creation of the Tamil Nadu Infrastructure and Construction Corporation as a fully government-owned public sector entity to execute state construction works valued above ₹200 crore.

Key specifics

  • The new entity is named Tamil Nadu Infrastructure and Construction Corporation.
  • It will handle government construction projects valued above ₹200 crore.
  • The corporation starts with ₹10 lakh paid-up capital and ₹15 lakh authorised share capital.
  • It can also take up infrastructure projects such as metro areas, industrial hubs, IT cities, and business parks.
  • The corporation may participate in private construction tenders, subject to procedures, and can develop unused government land.

Exam lens

TNPSC governance and economy question: match the new corporation with its capital, project threshold, and functions; remember ₹200 crore, ₹10 lakh, ₹15 lakh, and land development role.

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