Tamil Nadu Invites Tenders for Assembly Coverage Across Two Years

The Tamil Nadu government has invited tenders for the complete video coverage of Assembly proceedings from January 2027 to December 2028.

Tender Details

The work involves recording every session using a multi-camera setup, handling editing and other post-production tasks, and handing over the final footage to Assembly authorities for immediate telecast on satellite television channels. The contract spans 80 days of Assembly proceedings each year.

Accessibility and Rules

Post-production work includes sign language interpretation along with captions in Tamil and English. These captions will show the name and constituency of the speaking Member, plus the item of business under discussion. Cameras must focus on the Chair and the Member called to speak, while shots of the galleries, silent Members, and any disorder are restricted to the official rules. Footage can only be edited to remove expunged portions ordered by authorities, adjournment breaks, and technical faults.

Context

Assembly proceedings have been telecast live since the TVK-led government took office, fulfilling a promise made in the party's election manifesto. Under the prior DMK regime, only the question hour received live broadcast coverage.