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Tamil Nadu Raises Village Sanitation Pay to Rs 6,000, Unveils Panchayat Grading and Staffing Overhaul

Funding comes from the State Finance Commission to support expanded sanitation capacity.

Overview

  • The state order increases monthly wages by Rs 1,000 for sanitation workers in village panchayats.
  • Panchayats will be classified into A, B and C grades to tailor service planning and resource allocation.
  • The Commissioner of Rural Development and Panchayat Raj is authorized to reassess workforce levels based on local needs.
  • An annual allocation of Rs 476 crore has been earmarked from the State Finance Commission grant to cover added costs.
  • The decision applies to workers engaged through self-help groups and panchayat federations, with implementation reported as immediate.