Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin Advocates for Full Statehood for Puducherry Ahead of Elections
Tamil Nadu CM Stalin calls for full statehood for Puducherry, criticises Centre ahead of April 9 polls
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has called for full statehood for Puducherry, criticizing the central government's inaction despite repeated resolutions from the union territory's assembly. He emphasized the upcoming April 9 elections as a chance for change and pledged support for local governance and development initiatives.
- 01Stalin criticizes the central government for neglecting Puducherry's statehood demands.
- 02He claims the current Chief Minister is ineffective due to the influence of the Lieutenant Governor.
- 03Stalin highlights governance failures and law and order issues in Puducherry.
- 04He promises to empower the elected Chief Minister and improve civic amenities.
- 05The DMK is part of a coalition with Congress and VCK for the upcoming elections.
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During a rally in Puducherry, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin (president of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam party) criticized the central government for its failure to grant full statehood to Puducherry, despite the union territory's legislative assembly passing resolutions urging this change 14 times. He accused the Lieutenant Governor of undermining Chief Minister N Rangasamy, portraying him as a puppet leader. Stalin pointed to governance failures, including issues with law enforcement and public health, and questioned the Prime Minister's presence in Puducherry amid these challenges. He emphasized the April 9 elections as a pivotal moment for the people to demand change and pledged that a future DMK-led government would ensure full powers for the Chief Minister, curtail the Lieutenant Governor's authority, and implement various development initiatives. The DMK is contesting the elections in coalition with the Congress and VCK, aiming to secure a significant number of seats.
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If full statehood is granted, Puducherry could see increased local governance and development funding, potentially improving public services and infrastructure.
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