Stating that the government is not involved in publicity stunts, as alleged by the former BJP State president, K Annamalai, the minister noted that the government is committed to providing quality education to the students and anyone can access the data available on an open platform.

Meanwhile, the minister issued a strict warning against the lethargic attitude of officials in connection with the wall collapse incident in a school in Tiruvallur district and said that severe action would be taken.

“We are pained over the loss, and a compensation of Rs 3 lakh has been disbursed. The demands of the student’s family would be fulfilled," he said.