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Education
Tamil Nadu to Add 1,500 Nursing Seats to Expand Healthcare Workforce
✍️ Tripuratimes
🗓 18 Jul 2026, 09:44 PM
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The Tamil Nadu government has announced plans to introduce 1,500 new nursing seats across the state, aiming to strengthen the healthcare workforce and improve medical education.
On a recent announcement, the Tamil Nadu government revealed its plan to increase nursing seats by 1,500 across the state. The expansion will be implemented in existing nursing colleges and new institutions approved by the government. The move is part of a broader strategy to address the shortage of qualified nurses in the state’s public health system. By adding these seats, the state aims to boost the number of healthcare professionals and improve access to quality medical care for its residents.