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Cuddalore District is one of Tamil Nadu’s oldest and historically significant coastal districts. The present district was formed on 30 September 1993 following the bifurcation of the erstwhile South Arcot District, with Cuddalore as its headquarters.
According to historical records, Captain Graham became the first Collector of the erstwhile South Arcot District in 1801. The district has a diversified economy driven by agriculture, fisheries, mining, power generation, and manufacturing. It is renowned for its lignite reserves, fertile agricultural lands, cashew and jackfruit production, and major industrial establishments. Rich in heritage and natural beauty, Cuddalore is home to iconic destinations such as Chidambaram, Pichavaram Mangrove Forest, Silver Beach, and Veeranam Lake.
WHATS NEW
- The Honorable Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Mr. P. Rajkumar, informed that all necessary standard precautionary and safety protocols have been actively implemented in preparation for the upcoming Northeast Monsoon-20.10.2026
- District Collector Mr. Sibi Adithya Senthil Kumar, IAS, Inspects Ongoing Water Resources Department Projects- 19.10.2026
- Wings That Sprouted Inside the Prison” – A book release event featuring works written by prison inmates was held under the presidency of the District Collector, Mr. Sibi Adithya Senthil Kumar, IAS.
- The District Collector, Mr. Sibi Adithya Senthilkumar, I.A.S., inspected the ongoing development project works in the Panruti Municipality areas – 16.10.2026
Important Information and Services
- The Honorable Minister for Housing and Urban Development, Mr. P. Rajkumar, informed that all necessary standard precautionary and safety protocols have been actively implemented in preparation for the upcoming Northeast Monsoon-20.10.2026
- District Collector Mr. Sibi Adithya Senthil Kumar, IAS, Inspects Ongoing Water Resources Department Projects- 19.10.2026
- Wings That Sprouted Inside the Prison” – A book release event featuring works written by prison inmates was held under the presidency of the District Collector, Mr. Sibi Adithya Senthil Kumar, IAS.
- The District Collector, Mr. Sibi Adithya Senthilkumar, I.A.S., inspected the ongoing development project works in the Panruti Municipality areas – 16.10.2026
- Hon’ble Housing Minister News – Staff Nurse Appointment Orders -16.10.2026
- District Collector conducted an inspection in the areas coming under the Virudhachalam Municipality. – 15.10.2026
- Collector News – 14.10.2026
- Collector News – 13.10.2026
LOCATION
HELPLINE
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Jal Sakthi Kendra Toll Free Number 1800 425 2181
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State Control Room 1070
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Collectorate Control Room 1077
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Fire & Rescue 101
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Police Control Room 100
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Accident Help Line 108
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