Tamil Nadu to establish dedicated HR&CE department at Secretariat

The Tamil Nadu government is establishing a dedicated department for Human Resources and Cultural Endowments (HR&CE) at the state Secretariat to strengthen governance of religious institutions and cultural heritage management.

The new department will consolidate administrative functions related to Hindu temples, religious trusts, and cultural endowments under a single organizational structure at the Secretariat headquarters. Officials said the initiative is designed to improve coordination and efficiency in managing the state's religious and cultural affairs.

The creation of this department reflects the government's commitment to professionalizing the administration of institutions under HR&CE purview while ensuring better coordination with other state departments. The move comes as part of broader administrative restructuring efforts within the Tamil Nadu government.

Details regarding the department's structure, staffing, and specific responsibilities are expected to be announced following formal notification by the state administration. The department will work to streamline processes related to temple administration, charitable endowments, and cultural heritage preservation across Tamil Nadu.