Outlook Magazine - March 05, 2024

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March 05, 2024

A Trillion Dollar Dream

Tamil Nadu, the second-largest economy in India, boasts a significant contribution to the country's economy, accounting for approximately 9.6% of its GDP. Its march towards a trillion-dollar economy by 2030 is based on investment-led growth, focusing on agriculture, credit, infrastructure, and skill development.

5 mins

Gender Justice Defines Affirmative Actions

Gender Justice has been an integral part of the social justice quest of the Tamil Nadu government. This lofty dream is realised through series of affirmative actions implemented over the last five decades.

6 mins

The Dravidian Transformative Journey

J Jayaranjan, Vice Chairman, State Planning Commission, delves into the transformative journey of Tamil Nadu over the past century in this insightful interview. He also speaks about the pivotal role played by education and economic reforms in reshaping the state's landscape. Through a historical lens, the economist sheds light on the policies and initiatives that have contributed to Tamil Nadu's remarkable growth, positioning it as a frontrunner in social and economic progress in the country.

4 mins

Free Breakfast And A Healthy Society

The free breakfast scheme launched in Tamil Nadu for school children is not a freebie but a duty of a state that is committed to the welfare of its citizens.

4 mins

Tamil Nadu Tops in Gross Enrolment Ratio: Unpacking the Success Story

Opening colleges in remote corners has paid off for Tamil Nadu as it has a gross enrolment ratio (GER) of 51.3% in higher education, almost double the national average. In fact, the state's GER exceeds the National Education Policy's target of 50% to be achieved in the year 2030.

3 mins

The centre for Sunrise Industries and Startups

Tamil Nadu has recognised the stellar role Startups play in solving crucial problems with original and unique models. Further, they are a proven source of fuel for innovation, job creation and ultimately the economy.

5 mins

A Civilisational And Cultural Incubator

Cultural inheritances in Tamil Nadu are nurtured and cultivated by creating institutions for learning and practice of different forms of arts and crafts.

3 mins

Fostering Global Tamil Unity

Historically, Tamils have ventured abroad for trade, expeditions and also to settle abroad. A large number of Tamils migrate to foreign countries for economic reasons, globalization and in search of employment. The State has created a Commissionerate to ensure the welfare of all Non-Resident Tamils.

3 mins

Empowerment Through Education

Tamil Nadu has an education policy that is in line with the historical legacy, the present situation and future aspirations of the State. Its efficacy flows from its commitment to improve access, equity, and quality of education. It has a method to address issues related to on-field implementation of policy, understanding learning outcomes and employmentready skills.

5 mins

Tamil Nadu Through A Data Prism

Do you know that Tamil Nadu's economy was second from the bottom in the 1950s? Today, Tamil Nadu is second from the top and some of its achievements are compared to that of Scandinavian countries. This is a phenomenal transformation story.

6 mins

Library Movement in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu's transformation as a model knowledge society flows from its continuous investment in the library movement. The state boasts of 4661 libraries under the Directorate of Public Libraries alone along with numerous specialised libraries across the state.

4 mins

Tamil Nadu: A Model For Balancing Growth And Welfare

The unique model of Tamil Nadu is the result of an inclusive, three-tiered structure: effective interventions, promoting social cohesion and establishing institutional mechanism to confront the divisive forces.

5 mins

The Dravidian Model Government has Significantly Transformed Tamil Nadu

M K. Stalin is the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu since May 2021. He is the President of India's oldest regional political party, Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) since 2018. In 1973, Stalin was elected to the general council of the DMK.

9 mins

Social Justice Approach to Health - Tamil Nadu Health Model

Honorable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Thiru M.K Stalin launched two unique state health programs in August 2021

4 mins

Aim is to Make Tamil Nadu The Manufacturing and Knowledge Capital: T.R.B. Rajaa

Before his induction to the state cabinet as Minister for Industries in 2023, Dr. T.R.B. Rajaa was a member of the State Planning Commission. He has been representing Mannarkudi Assembly constituency continuously since his electoral debut in 2011. He won comfortably from the same seat in 2016 and 2021. Dr. Rajaa who has a doctorate in Counselling Psychology is committed to making Tamil Nadu the manufacturing hub of India.

3 mins

Taking Tamil to the World through the Language of Languages: Translation

The Tamil Nadu government is the first and only State government to undertake such translation initiatives with the goal of spreading literature beyond linguistic barriers.

4 mins

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