Assembly Speaker highlights denial of relief funds for Tamil Nadu and Kerala
The Hindu
Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker criticizes Union Government for lack of funds for floods, emphasizes youth development at event.
Tamil Nadu Assembly Speaker M. Appavu on Wednesday stated that the Union Government has not sanctioned any funds for last year’s floods in southern Tamil Nadu or for the recent landslide in Kerala, despite approving relief for States like Gujarat, Assam, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh.
Speaking at the inaugural function of the district-level “Yuva Utsav-2024” held in Tirunelveli organised by the Union Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in partnership with Nehru Yuva Kendra, the Speaker highlighted the objective of Nehru Yuva Kendra which focuses on showcasing the talents of rural youth. He exhorted the students to participate in all the competitions, regardless of winning or losing and emphasised the importance of participation.
He lauded the Union Government’s initiative to celebrate Swami Vivekananda’s birth anniversary as the National Youth Day and stressed the role of youth in the country’s development. Mr. Appavu also expressed his concerns about the impact of Artificial Intelligence on today’s world and advised the students to be prepared with diverse knowledge.
Speaking the to the media Mr. Appavu criticised the Centre for not sanctioning any funds for floods in Tamil Nadu and for the landslide in Kerala, despite allocating flood relief funds of ₹1,492 crore to Maharashtra, ₹1,036 crore to Andhra Pradesh, ₹716 crore to Assam and ₹600 crore to Gujarat through the National Disaster Response Fund.
He also pointed out that despite Tamil Nadu being the second highest GST contributor, it has not received any funds to complete projects like AIMS. He further added that around 40,000 teachers recruited through Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan were still unpaid and criticised the Union Government’s demand for the State’s approval of the National Education Policy to release funds for these staffs.
S. Senthilkumar, State Director, My Bharat (NYKS), Tamil Nadu & Puducherry and L. Gnanachandran, District Youth Officer, Nehru Yuva Kendra were present at the event.
Mamata Banerjee vows to combat communal hatred and uphold constitutional ideals during the foundation-laying of a new mosque.
Arunachal Pradesh Governor K.T. Parnaik renames Raj Bhavan to 'Lok Bhavan' following Union Ministry directive.
Melamadai flyover in Madurai to be named after freedom fighter Velu Nachiyar, enhancing traffic flow and honoring history.
Bomb threat emails disrupt three flights to Hyderabad in 12 hours, causing one to return mid-air and heightened security measures.
The importance of the industry-academia MoUs
Conspiracies hatched to disrupt event linked to 'Babri Masjid' construction in Bengal: Humayun Kabir
TMC MLA Humayun Kabir alleges conspiracies to disrupt a Babri Masjid-style mosque's foundation ceremony in West Bengal amid heightened security.
Passengers are stranded at Hyderabad airport as IndiGo cancellations persist, leaving many desperate to return home amid chaos.
T.N. BJP chief Nainar Nagenthran dismisses communal tension claims over lamp lighting at Thiruparankundram, citing dargah's non-objection.
Shorts News:Lok Sabha passes Bill to levy a special cess on pan masala
Southern Railway announces special trains and extra coaches to accommodate passengers amid ongoing flight disruptions across the country.
Nara Lokesh shines during Bhamini tour, praised for his educational reforms and efforts to enhance government school standards.
Thousands gathered at Chaityabhoomi, Mumbai, to honor Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on his death anniversary, Mahaparinirvan Din.
Chennai law student arrested for attempting to kidnap a woman after persistent harassment, police successfully rescue the victim.