Tamil NaduSunday, 31 May 2026·The Hindu - Tamil Nadu
TN appoints new Collectors for Vellore and Tiruvannamalai in May 2026
P.S. Leela Alex and Vandana Garg assumed charge as Collectors of Vellore and Tiruvannamalai districts on Sunday.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In May 2026, P.S. Leela Alex and Vandana Garg assumed charge as the new Collectors of Vellore and Tiruvannamalai districts, respectively, in Tamil Nadu.
Key specifics
- P.S. Leela Alex took charge of Vellore district on Sunday, replacing V.R. Subbulaxmi.
- Vandana Garg assumed office in Tiruvannamalai district and was welcomed by outgoing Collector K. Tharpagaraj.
- Leela Alex said Vellore would focus on bringing more industries and ensuring 100% transparency.
- Tharpagaraj will take charge as Director, Rehabilitation and Welfare of Non-Resident Tamils.
- Garg noted that Chengam faces water scarcity, while Cheyyar is known for industries and urbanisation.
Exam lens
Question type: TNPSC administration and district governance, names and postings, district-specific facts, and one-liner on Collector roles in Tamil Nadu.