# chief minister Stalin at katpadi railway station

subscribe our mind blowing Vellore youtube channel Tamilnadu Chief minister Stalin M. K. Stalin (Muthuvel Karunanidhi Stalin) is the current and 8th Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, having led the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) to a landslide victory in May 2021. As of February 2026, he is steering his government toward the upcoming state assembly elections, focused on what he calls the "Dravidian Model" of governance—balancing economic growth with social justice. ​1. The "Dravidian Model" & Major Schemes ​His tenure is defined by high-impact social welfare programs that have gained national attention: ​Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai: A flagship scheme providing a monthly basic income of ₹1,000 to eligible women heads of households. ​**Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme: Launched to combat child hunger and improve school attendance, providing free breakfast to primary school students (Classes 1–5). ​Pudhumai Penn & Tamil Pudhalvan: Financial assistance of ₹1,000/month for girls (Pudhumai Penn) and boys (Tamil Pudhalvan) from government schools to pursue higher education. ​Zero-Ticket Bus Travel: Free travel for women, transgender individuals, and persons with disabilities on city buses. ​2. Recent Updates (Feb 2026) ​Deep Tech Startup Policy: On February 6, 2026, he launched India’s first dedicated Deep Tech Startup Policy at the UmagineTN 2026 summit, aiming to support 100 startups in AI, semiconductors, and space tech. ​Urban Greening Policy: He recently released the Tamil Nadu Urban Greening Policy 2026, targeting a 15% green cover in all urban local bodies to combat climate change. ​Political Goal: In recent rallies (Virudhunagar, Feb 7), he set an aggressive target for the DMK alliance to win 200 seats in the 2026 Assembly elections. ​3. Political Legacy ​Early Struggle: He famously spent time in jail under the Maintenance of Internal Security Act (MISA) during the Emergency (1976), an event that cemented his political foundation. ​**Mayor of Chennai (1996–2002): Known as the "Father of the City" for his Singara Chennai (Beautiful Chennai) initiative, which modernized waste management and built numerous flyovers. ​Rise to Leadership: After decades in the shadow of his father, the legendary M. Karunanidhi, he took over as DMK President in 2018 and has since unified the party and the secular alliance in the state. ​4. Personal Profile ​Born: March 1, 1953 (He will be turning 73 next month). ​Family: Married to Durga Stalin. His son, Udhayanidhi Stalin, currently serves as the Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. ​Style: Known for his disciplined morning fitness routine (often seen walking at the Theosophical Society or cycling) and a more "approachable" leadership style compared to previous eras. ​Key Conflict (2026): Currently, CM Stalin is in a high-profile standoff with the Union Government regarding the Union Budget 2026, which he labeled a "major disappointment" for Tamil Nadu, citing a lack of funds for disaster relief and Chennai Metro Phase II.