CM Stalin Inaugurates 729 Homes in Sri Lankan Tamil Rehabilitation Camps
Chennai, July 7, 2025 – Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin virtually inaugurated 729 newly constructed houses in rehabilitation camps for Sri Lankan Tamils, built at a cost of ₹38.76 crore, the state secretariat confirmed ([turn0search0]).
The newly built homes are located across camps in Villupuram, Tiruppur, Salem, Dharmapuri, and Virudhunagar districts. CM Stalin was joined by Revenue & Disaster Management Minister K K S S R Ramachandran and Chief Secretary N Muruganandam during the event.
📅 Background & Project Overview
Under a 2021 Assembly resolution, the Tamil Nadu government committed to improving living conditions in 67 camps across 26 districts. The first phase envisaged 3,510 homes at a total cost of ₹180.34 crore; 2,781 homes have been built so far across 32 camps in 18 districts. This latest inauguration marks a step forward in the ongoing initiative ([turn0search0]).
🛠️ Enhancing Infrastructure Alongside Housing
The state has also invested ₹7.33 crore to upgrade camp infrastructure—adding roads, electricity lines, and clean drinking water facilities—to support the new housing units comprehensively ([turn0search0]).
📌 Districts and Project Reach
The 729 homes were completed in camps located in:
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Villupuram
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Tiruppur
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Salem
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Dharmapuri
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Virudhunagar
The broader scheme covers 67 camps for Sri Lankan Tamils, with significant activity in 67+ camps across 26 districts as part of a phased rehabilitation plan ([turn0search0]).
💬 Government Statement
An official from the state secretariat said:
“This is a landmark initiative aimed at ensuring dignified living for Sri Lankan Tamil refugee families who have lived in these camps for decades. We are committed to upgrading infrastructure and welfare.”
📊 Phase-Wise Progress
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Phase I: 3,510 new homes across 35 camps (₹180.34 crore)
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Current phase: Additional 729 homes built (₹38.76 crore)
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Ongoing: Infrastructure upgrades to support housing and improve living standards ([turn0search0])
🌍 Impact on Sri Lankan Tamils in Tamil Nadu
The initiative is part of a long-term resettlement and welfare strategy. More than 19,000 Sri Lankan Tamil families reside in 67+ rehabilitation camps across Tamil Nadu, many of whom fled violence during past civil strife.
CM Stalin’s efforts continue a sustained policy aimed at social integration and humanitarian support for refugees.
