Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu is witnessing a vibrant development phase, with the state government giving special emphasis for the development of the women and children addressing their concern in a multi phased manner through the social welfare and nutritious programme department. The Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department of the Government of Tamil Nadu under the able guidance of the Honble Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu had always ensured the welfare of the poor, the downtrodden, Women, Children, Senior Citizens and transgenders.

Social Welfare and Women Empowerment Department is implementing various welfare schemes for the overall welfare and development of the children, women, senior citizens and transgender covering their nutrition, safety, socio-economic security, etc. through the Directorate of Social Welfare, the Directorate of Social Defence and the Directorate of Integrated Child Development Services. This Department act as a Nodal Agency for various Social Security Pension Schemes which is being implemented by the Commissioner of Revenue Administration.