About Us
Historically, Tamils have ventured abroad for trade, expeditions and also to settle abroad. A large number of Tamils migrate to foreign countries due to economic reasons, globalization of economy and search for green pastures for their livelihood. This Commissionerate is involved in the welfare of Non-Resident Tamils.
Now the name of this Department has changed into "Ayalaga Thamizhar Nalan & Matrum Maruvaalvu Thurai Anaiyaragam". Considering the focus on Welfare of Non-Resident Tamils and for this department a separate Minister for Welfare of Non-Resident Tamils have been appointed by the Government.
The Tamil Nadu Non-Resident Tamils' Welfare (Amendment) Act 2022 had been passed and notified in the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette on 28.04.2022 for the Constitution of the establishment of the Tamil Nadu Non-Resident Tamils' Welfare Board for the welfare of Non-Resident Tamils in India and Abroad.
This Commissionerate co-ordinates with the various Indian Missions abroad in resolving the grievances of the Non-Resident Tamils like :
- To help the Tamils in distress.
- To Assist in the settlement of their claims from the foreign employer.
- To support in bringing back the mortal remains of the Non-Resident Tamils, who die abroad, in co-ordination with the respective Indian Missions abroad.