CM announced cash gift for Pongal in fear of defeat: Anbumani

Anbumani Ramadoss, leader of the PMK, criticized M.K. Stalin's announcement of a Pongal gift for rice ration card holders in Tamil Nadu, claiming it was an attempt to sway voters ahead of the upcoming election. He argued that the government had not distributed any such gifts previously and accused the DMK of making promises out of fear of defeat. Ramadoss also criticized the Tamil Nadu Assured Pension Scheme, stating that the lack of a specific implementation date and financial details raised concerns about its viability.