On May 15, 2026, Thoothukudi Collector Vishu Mahajan recognized the headmasters of 92 schools in Thoothukudi district, Tamil Nadu, India, for achieving a 100% pass rate in the Class XII public examinations. Out of 19,095 students registered, including 8,448 boys and 10,647 girls, a total of 18,568 students passed, resulting in a commendable pass percentage of 97.24%. This achievement placed Thoothukudi in the sixth position at the state level. During the event, Mahajan urged teachers to ensure that all successful students are enrolled in higher education institutions. He also addressed the 527 students who did not clear the examination, detailing that 343 failed in one subject, 126 in two subjects, and others in varying numbers across multiple subjects. He directed headmasters and teachers to reach out to these students and organize special classes to prepare them for the supplementary examination scheduled for June. The event was attended by Chief Educational Officer R. Sangeetha Chinna Rani and other officials, highlighting the district's commitment to educational excellence.