Official Public Digital Platform of the Government of Tamil Nadu
Tamizhar Thadam is an official public digital initiative of the Government of Tamil Nadu, established to document, preserve, and present verified information relating to the Tamil people and their global presence. As a government-regulated platform intended for public access, the protection of individual privacy and the responsible handling of personal information are treated as matters of public trust and constitutional obligation.
This Privacy Policy sets out the principles, scope, and procedures governing the collection, use, storage, and protection of personal data on Tamizhar Thadam. The policy reflects the Government of Tamil Nadu’s commitment to safeguarding privacy while ensuring transparency, accountability, and lawful access to information in the public interest.
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of Tamizhar Thadam, including visitors, registered users, contributors, institutional representatives, and administrators. It covers all personal data collected directly through the platform or indirectly through authorized interactions, services, and system processes.
The policy applies to all digital interfaces, systems, databases, and services associated with Tamizhar Thadam and shall be read in conjunction with the platform’s Terms of Use and Data Governance Policy.
The handling of personal data on Tamizhar Thadam is guided by foundational principles consistent with constitutional values, administrative propriety, and emerging national data protection frameworks.
Personal data is collected only for legitimate and clearly defined purposes aligned with the platform’s public mandate. Collection is limited to what is necessary, relevant, and proportionate. Data is processed in a lawful, fair, and transparent manner, with due regard for individual dignity and privacy.
The platform adopts a privacy-by-design approach, ensuring that privacy considerations are embedded into system architecture, workflows, and administrative processes from the outset.
Tamizhar Thadam collects only minimal personal information necessary for its functioning as a curated public information platform.
This may include basic identification and contact details such as name, email address, and affiliation, where required for user registration, contributor verification, or official communication. In certain cases, institutional credentials or supporting documents may be requested solely for authentication and verification purposes.
The platform does not collect sensitive personal data unless expressly required by law or official mandate, and no personal data is collected for commercial profiling or advertising.
Personal data collected on Tamizhar Thadam is used exclusively for legitimate governmental and administrative purposes. These purposes include user authentication, verification of submissions, communication related to platform services, administrative review, and maintaining the integrity of published content.
Personal data is not used for marketing, targeted communication, or any form of commercial exploitation. Any use of data beyond the originally stated purpose requires lawful authorization and administrative approval.
Where personal data is collected, users are informed of the purpose and scope of such collection. By providing information through the platform, users acknowledge and consent to its processing in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.
For any significant change in data usage or policy terms, appropriate notice mechanisms may be employed to ensure continued transparency and user awareness.
Personal data collected on Tamizhar Thadam is stored on secure, government-approved digital infrastructure. Access to such data is restricted to authorized personnel and governed by role-based controls.
Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required under applicable laws, regulations, or official record retention policies. Upon expiry of the retention period, data is securely archived or disposed of in accordance with approved government procedures.
The Government of Tamil Nadu employs appropriate technical and administrative measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or loss.
Security safeguards include controlled access mechanisms, monitoring systems, audit logs, and periodic security assessments. These measures are continuously reviewed and strengthened in response to evolving technological and threat landscapes.
Personal data is not disclosed to third parties except under limited and lawful circumstances, such as compliance with statutory obligations or court orders. Data may be shared with other government departments strictly for official and lawful purposes. Under no circumstances shall personal data be shared for commercial exploitation, advertising, or private profit.
Users have the right to fair, lawful, and transparent handling of their personal data. Users may request correction of inaccurate or outdated information, subject to verification and administrative procedures. Users are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of information provided and for maintaining the confidentiality of their credentials.
Tamizhar Thadam does not knowingly collect personal data from minors except where permitted by law or required for official purposes. Additional care and safeguards are applied to protect the privacy and dignity of children and other vulnerable individuals.
In the event of any data-related incident, including unauthorized access, breach, or loss of personal data, the matter shall be promptly documented, investigated, and addressed in accordance with established government protocols. Appropriate remedial measures shall be implemented to mitigate impact, restore integrity, and maintain public trust.
This Privacy Policy shall be reviewed periodically to ensure alignment with evolving legal frameworks, government guidelines, and technological developments. Amendments may be issued by the competent authority as required to maintain relevance, legality, and compliance.
"Through this Privacy Policy, the Government of Tamil Nadu reaffirms its commitment to protecting individual privacy while fulfilling its responsibility to provide transparent, reliable, and accessible public information. Tamizhar Thadam is governed not merely as a digital platform, but as a public trust—where respect for privacy, legality, and institutional accountability are paramount."
