Palaniswami Criticizes TVK Budget, Gives "Zero Marks" for Unfulfilled Promises
On August 5, 2026, Edappadi K. Palaniswami, AIADMK general secretary, criticized the TVK-led coalition government's first Budget, giving it "zero marks." He accused the government of failing to fulfill poll promises and merely renaming existing schemes without introducing new ones. Palaniswami highlighted unmet commitments like increasing women’s monthly entitlements and old-age pensions, and enhancing medical insurance coverage. He also criticized the lack of concrete steps to address revenue deficits and restore financial stability.
5 AUG 2026
— The Hindu
DMK president M.K. Stalin criticized the Revised Budget Estimates for lacking originality and failing to address key issues.
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami gave the TVK-led coalition government's first Budget "zero marks" due to its failure to fulfill campaign promises and address financial deficits.
— The Hindu
Udhayanidhi Stalin accused the Tamil Nadu government of merely renaming schemes from the previous DMK administration.
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