Chennai, Aug 11:
The Tamil Nadu Assembly witnessed heated exchanges on Tuesday between former Chief Minister O Panneerselvam and the treasury benches, with the debate turning personal over political realignments.
Initiating the discussion, Panneerselvam, who joined the DMK ahead of the Assembly polls, accused the TVK government of failing to fulfil key election promises, including an enhanced monthly financial assistance for women and six free LPG cylinders a year.
He claimed voters who sought a change in government were disappointed and said the promises should have been introduced as flagship schemes.
Leader of the House K A Sengottaiyan rejected the criticism, pointing out that the government had a five-year mandate to implement its electoral commitments.
The exchange subsequently shifted towards the political allegiances of members, with both sides trading barbs over their past and present alliances.