Tamil Nadu Energy Secretary Beela Venkatesan, 56, passed away on Wednesday (September 24) after battling a brain tumor for the past few months. She was undergoing treatment at a hospital, but despite medical care, she did not recover.

Beela Venkatesan was a widely recognized face during the COVID-19 pandemic, when she served as the state’s Health Secretary. At a time of fear, confusion, and uncertainty, she held daily press briefings explaining the government’s measures, sharing updates on the spread of the virus, and answering questions from journalists. Her calm and clear communication won her widespread praise, with senior leaders like P. Chidambaram among those who appreciated her work.

Press conferences big hit

Her press conferences became highly anticipated by the public. While ma

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