The Tamil Nadu Assembly in session on Friday
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The Tamil Nadu Assembly on Friday (August 7, 2026) unanimously adopted a government resolution urging the Union government to ensure the State receives its due share of financial devolution from the taxes contributed to the Centre, in accordance with the constitutional principles of fiscal federalism, equity, and fairness.

Moving the resolution, Finance Minister N. Marie Wilson called upon the Centre to adopt a transparent, objective, and equitable methodology for the devolution of Union taxes that “appropriately recognises the contribution, fiscal effort, governance performance, and developmental needs of the States.”

The resolution further urged the Union government to ensure that the criteria adopted for tax devolution do not place any State at a comparative disadvantage for its achievements in population stabilisation and human development.

It also stressed that appropriate measures should be taken to safeguard Tamil Nadu’s legitimate financial interests while finalising future arrangements for the devolution of Union taxes.

Published – August 07, 2026 02:36 pm IST