CHENNAI – 2 Nov, 2026 Public Grievances to Be Addressed Within One Month: Collector Vishu Mahajan
Thoothukudi District Collector Vishu Mahajan, IAS, participated as a special observer in the Local Government Day Gram Sabha meeting held at Nattathi Panchayat in Srivaikundam Union on November 1, 2026.
The meeting discussed village administration, public fund expenditure, rainwater harvesting, dengue prevention, monsoon preparedness, child labour prevention, biodiversity conservation, animal vaccination and other local development issues.
Addressing the gathering, the Collector urged residents to actively participate in Gram Sabha meetings and raise demands concerning basic amenities and village development. He stressed the importance of children's higher education, preventing school dropouts and encouraging reading habits instead of excessive mobile phone use.
He also advised the public to take preventive measures against dengue and ensure HPV vaccination for eligible children. He announced that 400 women self-help groups would be selected for special training to improve their livelihood activities.
The Collector assured residents that eligible public grievances would be addressed within one month, in accordance with government rules. He also said steps would be taken regarding patta-related requests and the demand for a ration shop building.
During the event, sanitation workers were honoured for their service, and prizes were distributed to residents who had paid their property taxes in full for 2026–27.
The Collector also distributed ₹2.20 lakh in bank loan assistance to seven women self-help groups, paddy seeds and bio-fertilisers to two farmers, and coconut saplings and fruit plant kits to beneficiaries.
Officials from various departments, local body representatives and members of the public participated in the meeting.