**Executive Summary**
The document is a notification from the Government of Tamil Nadu, specifically the Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department, published on May 30, 2025. It announces the reconstitution of the State Consumer Protection Council under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, effective May 30, 2025. The notification lists the members of the newly formed council.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Council Establishment:**
* The State Consumer Protection Council is established by the Governor of Tamil Nadu.
* The establishment is in accordance with Section 6 of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
* The establishment is effective from May 30, 2025.
* **Council Membership:**
* The council consists of 23 members.
* The Hon'ble Minister for Food and Civil Supplies is the Chairperson.
* The Principal Secretary to Government, Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department is the Member-Secretary.
* Remaining members include M.P.s, M.L.A.s, various Government department representatives, and presidents of consumer-focused organizations.
**Impact Analysis**
* **Stakeholder:** Government of Tamil Nadu
* **Impact:** Responsible for the effective functioning of the State Consumer Protection Council.
* **Action Required:** Ensure the newly formed council operates according to the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
* **Stakeholder:** Consumers in Tamil Nadu
* **Impact:** Represented by the council, which aims to protect their rights and interests.
* **Action Required:** Be aware of the council's existence and how it can assist with consumer-related issues.
* **Stakeholder:** Council Members
* **Impact:** Required to actively participate in the council's activities and contribute to consumer protection efforts.
* **Action Required:** Attend meetings, provide insights, and work towards achieving the goals of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
Key Entities Referenced
Consumer Protection Act, 2019: Central legislation under which the State Consumer Protection Council is reconstituted.
State Consumer Protection Council: Reconstituted council for Tamil Nadu, established under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
Co-operation, Food and Consumer Protection Department: The department responsible for the reconstitution of the council.
Tamil Nadu: The state to which this policy applies.