In a sharp critique of the ruling DMK government, BJP Tamil Nadu state president K Annamalai alleged on Sunday that the state is teetering on the brink of financial collapse. Addressing the media, he accused the government of mismanaging public finances, citing a Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) report that claims the state’s debt has soared to an alarming Rs 8.5 lakh crore.Annamalai also drew attention to the plight of educational institutions across Tamil Nadu, where internet connections in 385 offices have reportedly been disconnected due to months of unpaid fees. This, he asserted, has disrupted students’ education and affected administrative tasks such as preparing teachers’ salary lists.
“The inability of educational offices to pay even basic internet bills is a glaring reflection of the state government’s misplaced priorities,” he said. “If the DMK government cannot manage the finances of educational institutions, how can it be trusted to manage the state’s economy?”
The BJP leader further questioned the DMK governmentās use of state tax revenue and GST funds, which he noted account for nearly 70% of Tamil Naduās income. He demanded transparency on the utilization of these funds and accused the administration of failing to address the stateās mounting financial woes.
“Where is all this money going? The people of Tamil Nadu deserve to know how their hard-earned money is being spent,” he said.
Annamalai urged Chief Minister MK Stalin to address the concerns surrounding the stateās financial situation and outline measures being taken to mitigate the alleged crisis.
The DMK government has not yet responded to Annamalaiās allegations. However, his statements come amid increasing scrutiny of the stateās financial policies and rising political tensions as the 2024 Lok Sabha elections draw closer.
Annamalai’s remarks are expected to intensify the political discourse in Tamil Nadu, with the BJP aiming to position itself as a watchdog of the DMK governmentās governance.