Tamil Nadu's inflation spike and electricity woes ignite political firestorm

Chennai, Oct 13 – Former chief minister M.K. Stalin, head of the DMK, leveled a harsh attack on the current TN government via a post on X. He asserted that within a brief four‑month tenure, the administration has propelled Tamil Nadu to the forefront of “inflation and rising cost‑of‑living” concerns across India.

Stalin condemned the food minister’s statement that consumer prices have not risen, labeling it a denial that fuels public fury. He also referenced warnings from opposition parties about a looming power cut, which the government allegedly ignored until the last minute.

The ex‑chief minister noted that while the chief minister was on an overseas diplomatic visit, the state was compelled to purchase electricity from the open market at a steep Rs 35 per unit, raising questions about the promised “change” under the ruling party. He suggested that the government might be cancelling earlier low‑rate power purchase deals in favor of higher‑priced contracts.

Stalin claimed the TN cabinet is courting fifteen AIADMK legislators, hinting that such political maneuvering could be tied to funding alleged irregularities in power procurement.

On the farming front, he pointed out that the delta region’s kuruvai crop failure was overlooked, with decisions allegedly based on astrologers’ advice and the Metur dam being opened on an unsuitable date. He also attacked the chief minister’s Rs 5 crore roadside barricade initiative, questioning its real benefit to citizens.

Describing the ministry as “a herd of monkeys with a burning tail,” Stalin argued that the government lacks foresight and basic administrative acumen. He urged the chief minister to focus on state governance rather than frequent trips to Udupi, London, or Vijayawada.

Stalin warned that the perceived negligence and hurried decisions could adversely affect Tamil Nadu’s economy, its agricultural sector, and the everyday lives of its people in the months ahead.