The Tamil Nadu government has launched the Tamil Nadu COVID-19 ePass portal to issue passes for intra-district, inter-district and inter-state movement of people. The portal which is now live at www.tnepass.tnega.org enables individuals and organizations to apply for travel pass.
The portal states that individuals can apply for passes in case of marriage, medical emergency or death of a close relative only. The portal also gives a detailed list of services for which passes are not required which includes all farming and allied activities, fisheries and supply of essential goods (general stores, kiranas, single shops, and carts).
The portal has been developed and powered by the Tamil Nadu e-Governance Agency (TNeGA).