Annamalai’s Press Meet: Criticism of Tamil Nadu Government’s Budget, Debt, TASMAC Irregularities & Mekedatu Dam Issue
BJP Tamil Nadu State President Annamalai has strongly criticized the Tamil Nadu government’s administration and financial management. Speaking to reporters at Chennai Airport, he raised several key concerns regarding the state’s economic condition and governance.
???? Tamil Nadu’s Debt Crisis – A Historic High?
Annamalai stated that Tamil Nadu is nearing a debt of ₹10 lakh crore, an unprecedented financial burden in the state’s history.
???? Government Expenditure & Fund Allocation
- There has been inadequate allocation of funds for infrastructure development, despite increasing debt.
- While other states are progressing, Tamil Nadu is struggling under a growing financial burden.
???? Rising Interest Payments
- A large portion of Tamil Nadu’s revenue is spent on paying interest on existing loans, leaving little room for development initiatives.
- This could have serious consequences on public welfare and infrastructure projects.
???? TASMAC Irregularities – Unaccounted Revenue?
Annamalai accused the Tamil Nadu government of mismanaging ₹50,000 crore revenue from TASMAC (state-run liquor shops) while continuing to take massive loans.
???? Illegal Liquor Sales?
- 40% of liquor sales in Tamil Nadu are not properly accounted for, leading to large-scale revenue leakage.
- Liquor is sold at an additional ₹10 to ₹30 per bottle in TASMAC outlets, further raising corruption concerns.
???? Manipulated Raw Material Costs?
- The government is allegedly inflating raw material costs for liquor production to cover up financial mismanagement.
- This results in huge financial losses for the public, while benefiting private players involved in the liquor trade.
???? Is Tamil Nadu’s Economy Declining Under CM M.K. Stalin’s Rule?
- Annamalai alleged that the DMK government has failed to manage Tamil Nadu’s economy effectively.
- Over the years, investment inflows have reduced significantly, leading to fewer job opportunities.
- While other states are advancing, Tamil Nadu is sinking deeper into debt, he added.
???? Senthil Balaji Issue – BJP’s Protest to Continue!
- Minister Senthil Balaji’s ongoing legal cases should be pursued more aggressively, according to Annamalai.
- The Enforcement Directorate (ED) must cancel Senthil Balaji’s bail, he demanded.
- Until he is removed from his ministerial position, BJP will continue its protests.
???? Mekedatu Dam Issue – Is Tamil Nadu Losing Its Water Rights?
- Karnataka’s Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar recently announced plans to construct the Mekedatu Dam, sparking concerns in Tamil Nadu.
- This poses a major threat to the water rights of Tamil Nadu’s farmers.
- Annamalai questioned, “Should we allow D.K. Shivakumar to enter Tamil Nadu?”
- He also pointed out that the central government has not approved the Mekedatu Dam yet, but the DMK government is compromising Tamil Nadu’s water rights.
???? BJP’s Protest Plan – Black Flag Demonstration
- If D.K. Shivakumar visits Tamil Nadu, BJP will stage a black flag protest.
- BJP will never accept any project that harms Tamil Nadu’s farmers.
Annamalai’s statements have raised critical questions about Tamil Nadu’s financial management, TASMAC corruption, and the Mekedatu Dam dispute.
Are his claims based on facts? Or is this just political rhetoric? The Tamil Nadu government’s response to these allegations remains to be seen.
