Government Schemes and Policy · 16 July 2026

Tamil Nadu Launches Nalam TN Public Service Portal

Exam-focused facts from the 16 July 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

  • Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay launched the 'Nalam TN' digital health portal to provide access to government health services through a single website.
  • The Chief Minister inaugurated medical infrastructure worth ₹139.47 crore and issued appointment orders to 2,144 healthcare personnel.
  • The newly appointed healthcare personnel include 751 doctors and 1,393 health inspectors selected through the Medical Services Recruitment Board.
  • The Nalam TN platform enables transparent public contributions to government hospitals through the Social Responsibility Fund.
  • Health Minister Arunraj described the portal's launch as a landmark day for the state's healthcare sector.