CHENNAI: The “double engine” model advocated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi would not work in Tamil Nadu, said Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin on Friday, asserting that the State’s development had been achieved despite obstacles created by the BJP-led Union government.
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Minutes after the Prime Minister concluded his speech at Madurantakam, Stalin said in a social media post that Tamil Nadu’s growth would be recorded by history. He said the progress had been achieved by overcoming hurdles created by the Union government.
Taking a swipe at the Centre, the Chief Minister said non-BJP-ruled States, including Tamil Nadu, had recorded stronger growth compared to so-called “double engine” states such as Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, and Bihar.
He alleged that the Prime Minister was attempting to conceal the BJP’s betrayal of Tamil Nadu and Tamils, but said people would not forget it.
“Tamil Nadu will not bow to Delhi’s arrogance,” Stalin said.
Earlier in the day, ahead of the Prime Minister’s visit to the State, the Chief Minister released a statement raising pointed questions to Modi on several pending issues.
He sought clarity on the release of Rs 3,458 crore under the Samagra Shiksha education scheme, which the State is yet to receive from the Centre, stressing that timely funding was crucial for the education sector.
Stalin also questioned the Centre on other unresolved commitments, including assurances related to delimitation, funding for Tamil language promotion, approvals for railway projects, disaster relief assistance, and the delay in releasing the Keezhadi excavation report.