Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Sunday described the Union Budget 2026-27 as a “major disappointment” for the state, alleging that the Centre ignored Tamil Nadu’s interests and failed to include welfare measures for key groups. He said neither the poor, women, farmers nor marginalised sections received meaningful benefits in the Budget, and no new major projects for the state were announced.
Stalin criticised the Centre for continuing to allocate only 41 per cent of tax revenue to states instead of the 50 per cent sought by Tamil Nadu and other states, calling the decision “deeply disappointing”. He also expressed concern that Tamil Nadu’s share in tax devolution would remain low, potentially resulting in an annual revenue shortfall compared to other developed states.
The Chief Minister highlighted cuts in allocations for key schemes such as the Jal Jeevan Mission and the PM Internship Scheme, and said several pending funds had not been released. He voiced regret that the state’s contributions to the national economy were not reflected in the Budget and lamented the absence of projects specifically benefitting Tamil Nadu.