Thangam Thennarasu avoids populist announcements in Interim Budget, flags fiscal strain
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu presented the Interim Budget for 2026-27, focusing on the state's achievements and challenges under the DMK government. The budget highlighted the state's efforts in managing natural disasters while criticizing the Centre for withholding funds and imposing conditions on expenditure. The budget also outlined several flagship schemes implemented by the M.K. Stalin government, including Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thittam and Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme.
17 FEB 2026
— The Hindu
Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu integrated quotes from various sources into his Interim Budget speech.
— The Hindu
The Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly will conclude its final session on February 20, 2026, following budget presentations and discussions.
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Thangam Thennarasu presented the Interim Budget for 2026-27, emphasizing Tamil Nadu's achievements and challenges while criticizing the Centre's funding and expenditure restrictions.
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