0 Maternal Deaths, 3,000 Water Bodies & A Transgender Colony Named After Him | IAS Story | TamilNadu

When V. P. Jeyaseelan became District Collector of Virudhunagar district, he didn’t chase headlines — he delivered measurable change. As an IAS officer in Tamil Nadu, his governance model focused on real impact: ✔ Increased college enrollment from 65% to 95% ✔ Restored 3,000+ water bodies ✔ Achieved zero maternal deaths ✔ Empowered women, persons with disabilities, and the transgender community In a rare tribute, members of the transgender community honored him by naming their colony after him — a powerful testament to inclusive governance. This is what transformational leadership looks lik...