On 6 August 2026, the Ranipet District Collector conducted an inspection of ongoing development works and government facilities in the district. During the visit, the Collector reviewed the progress and quality of various works, interacted with officials, and instructed the concerned departments to ensure timely completion and effective delivery of public services.
A group from Mulluvadi village in Kalavai taluk came to the Collectorate and told officials that they wanted to meet Collector S Valarmathi to present a petition regarding a Tasmac outlet District administration officials, who frequently receive demands from public to close Tasmac retail outlets in their areas, were surprised when a group of men submitted a petition to open an outlet in their locality. A group from Mulluvadi village in Kalavai taluk came to the Collectorate and told officials that they wanted to meet Collector S Valarmathi to present a petition regarding a Tasmac outlet. When Collector Valarmathi sought to know the reason for such a petition,they explained that they were forced to petition for a shop since the outlet that was functioning in their locality was removed some years ago.“The closure of local outlet has forced us to travel 18 km to buy liquor or forced to buy illicit arrack, which affect our health and finances,” said one of the members of the group.Needless to say, the issue ended when Collector Valarmathi said feasibility of their proposal would be examined in detail.
On the first day of the Ungalai Thedi Ungal Ooril programme, district officials visited local areas in Ranipet district to inspect ongoing development and welfare activities. Officials interacted with residents, listened to their grievances and reviewed the implementation of various government schemes and public infrastructure works. The initiative aims to bring administration closer to the people and ensure that their concerns are addressed effectively.
On the second day of the Ungalai Thedi Ungal Ooril initiative on 20 August 2026, district officials continued field-level inspections and interacted with residents to understand their concerns and review ongoing development and welfare activities. The programme focused on addressing public grievances, inspecting government services and ensuring that development works are implemented effectively in the Ranipet district.
The Vaazhndhu Kaattuvom Project (VKP) is being implemented to support rural communities by promoting sustainable livelihoods, strengthening local institutions and improving economic opportunities for rural households. The project focuses on empowering communities and encouraging inclusive rural development across the district.
A government building in Walajah, Ranipet district, has drawn attention over concerns related to its construction and completion. The issue has highlighted the need for proper maintenance and timely completion of public infrastructure works.
Over 5.73 crore voters will decide the electoral fate of 4,023 candidates in the fray for the crucial Tamil Nadu Assembly elections on April 23, amid tight security and a massive crackdown by election authorities to prevent inducements to influence voters. Polling in Vellore district stood at 85.06%, Ranipet district at 86.28% and Tirupatur district at 85.28%. Namakkal district recorded 76.43% votes west bengal recorded brisk polling on Thursday (April 23, 2026) with 89.93% of the 3.60 crore electors casting their ballot till 5 p.m. in the first phase of the Assembly elections amid sporadic incidents of violence and voter intimidation. The first phase will decide the electoral fate of 1,478 candidates in 152 constituencies of the 294-strong State Assembly.
