**Executive Summary**
The Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, published on August 27, 2025, contains notifications by the government. Specifically, it includes amendments to the Tamil Nadu Lokayukta Rules, 2018, as per G.O. Ms. No. 40, dated August 1, 2025. The document details changes regarding pension entitlements for the Chairperson and Members of the Lokayukta.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Amendments to Tamil Nadu Lokayukta Rules, 2018:**
* **Rule 16 Substitution:** Rule 16 of the Tamil Nadu Lokayukta Rules, 2018, is substituted concerning pension entitlements.
* **Pension Entitlement (Chairperson and Members):** The Chairperson and Members are entitled to pension at the rate fixed by the Government. They are additionally entitled to pension in respect of any previous service rendered by them under the Union or a State Government or any State owned enterprise or body.
* **Pension Entitlement (Non-Officials):** Chairperson and Members who were non-officials on the date of appointment are entitled to pension at the rate fixed by the Government upon ceasing to hold office.
**Impact Analysis**
**Chairperson and Members of the Tamil Nadu Lokayukta**
* **Impact:** Clarification and potential enhancement of pension benefits based on prior service or status as a non-official.
* **Action Required:** Review the new rules to understand the specific changes to pension entitlements and potentially adjust personal financial planning accordingly.
Key Entities Referenced
Tamil Nadu Lokayukta Act, 2018: Act providing for the establishment of the Lokayukta in Tamil Nadu.
Tamil Nadu Lokayukta Rules, 2018: Rules related to the functioning and operation of the Lokayukta in Tamil Nadu.
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT: Tamil Nadu government department responsible for human resources management.
Section 44 of the Tamil Nadu Lokayukta Act, 2018: Section granting power to make amendments to the rules in the Act
Chennai: Location where the Gazette is printed and published.