Tensions Rise as Language Policy Sparks Tamil Nadu-Centre Conflict

Shiv Sena MP Priyanka Chaturvedi criticized Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's remarks against DMK, urging dialogue to resolve the three-language policy conflict between Tamil Nadu and the Centre. Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin rejected the National Education Policy, warning of its negative impact on the state’s education system.

In a heated response to Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's controversial remarks in Parliament about the DMK, Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi called for dialogue to resolve the dispute over the three-language policy. She criticized Pradhan's perceived arrogance, advocating a more diplomatic approach.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin, speaking at a government welfare event in Chengalpattu, vehemently opposed the National Education Policy (NEP), expressing concerns over central government pressure on Tamil Nadu's education system. He further condemned Pradhan's statements as detrimental to the state.

Stalin highlighted Tamil Nadu's position as India's second most economically developed state, attributing recent growth to significant private investments. He argued that the Centre's policies were hindering progress. Earlier, Union Minister Pradhan had accused Tamil Nadu's government and DMK MPs of being dishonest and uncivilized, leading to DMK's protest against the policy.

(With inputs from agencies.)