Is seeking funds for state secessionism, asks Stalin

Stalin asked if it was fair that the PM came to the state just "for votes" when he did not visit during the December 2023 Chennai and Thoothukudi floods.

BySouth First Desk

Published Mar 15, 2024 | 7:15 AMUpdatedMar 15, 2024 | 7:15 AM

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Thursday wondered if seeking funds for the state amounted to “secessionism”. He asked if it was fair that the prime minister came to Chennai just “for votes” when he did not come during the December 2023 floods. Stalin was referring to the ₹37,000 crore flood relief package Tamil Nadu has been seeking.

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