Tiruchi Siva Criticizes Central Government's Federal Approach

DMK MP Tiruchi Siva criticized the Indian government for decreasing funds to Tamil Nadu, undermining cooperative federalism. He highlighted inadequate disaster relief and delayed metro projects as burdens to the state’s growth. Siva called for equitable tax allocation and fair disaster relief for Tamil Nadu's development.

In a heated address to the Rajya Sabha, DMK MP Tiruchi Siva has criticized the central government for undermining 'cooperative federalism' through reduced fund allocations to Tamil Nadu.

Siva accused the government of treating the state with 'step-motherly' neglect, pointing out inadequate disaster relief funds amounting to a mere Rs. 267 crore against a substantial demand of Rs. 37,906 crore following devastating cyclones and floods.

The MP further highlighted delays in significant infrastructure projects like the Madurai and Coimbatore metro rails, urging a revision in tax devolution policies to rectify structural fiscal disparities stunting Tamil Nadu's economic progress.

(With inputs from agencies.)