Privacy Policy

Kalanadai Valam Mobile Application

Effective Date: 01-01-2026

1. Introduction

The Kalanadai Valam Mobile Application is developed and maintained by Tamil Nadu Livestock Development Agency (TNLDA), Government of Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu Livestock Development Agency was constituted vide Government Order G.O.Ms.No.18 Animal Husbandry and Fisheries (AH4) Department dated 09.02.2002 and formed in the year 2002 as the State Implementation Agency for implementing the National Project for Cattle and Buffalo Breeding (NPCBB) of the Government of India.

The Agency was registered as a society and has been functioning from 09.01.2003 under the Registration of Societies Act, 1975.

The primary objective of TNLDA is to consolidate breeding activities, sustain progress, improve milk production and enhance animal productivity in Tamil Nadu.

2. Purpose of the Application

The Kalanadai Valam Mobile App provides livestock-related services, breeding information, scheme updates, notifications and government services to farmers, livestock owners and stakeholders across Tamil Nadu.

3. Information We Collect

a) Personal Information

Name
Mobile Number
District / Address Details
Login Credentials (if registration is enabled)

b) Location Information

Approximate Location (based on network / mobile tower)
Precise Location (GPS-based location), if enabled by the user

c) Technical Information

Device Information
Operating System Version
IP Address
App Usage Data

We collect only the minimum information necessary to provide efficient and secure Government services.

4. How We Use the Information

To provide livestock and breeding services
To identify user district and service area
To improve milk production and animal productivity programs
To send government scheme updates and notifications
To improve application performance and user experience
To ensure security and prevent misuse

5. Location Data Usage Details

Location access is requested only after obtaining user permission. Users may enable or disable location access at any time through their device settings.

Location data is used strictly for providing district-specific livestock services and official administrative purposes.

Location information is not sold, rented, or shared with unauthorized third parties.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

TNLDA does not sell, trade, or rent users’ personal information.

Information may be shared only:

With authorized Government departments of Tamil Nadu
When required by law
For official administrative purposes

7. Data Security

Appropriate technical and administrative security measures are implemented to protect user data against unauthorized access, alteration or disclosure.

8. Data Retention

User data will be retained only as long as necessary for administrative, service-related or legal purposes.

9. User Rights

Users may request correction of inaccurate information.
Users may request deletion of their data subject to Government rules.
Users may withdraw location permission anytime via device settings.
Users may contact the department for data-related concerns.

10. Third-Party Services

The application may use secure third-party services for hosting, analytics, or notification services in compliance with applicable Government and data protection standards.

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

TNLDA reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be published on the official website.

12. Contact Information

Tamil Nadu Livestock Development Agency (TNLDA)
Animal Husbandry and Fisheries Department
Government of Tamil Nadu
Website: https://tnlda.tn.gov.in/