T.N. CM Stalin lists 10 achievements of government, says these have become ‘blueprints’ for other States

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin lists 10 achievements of the 'Dravidian Model' government, highlighting economic growth and social welfare initiatives.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Thursday, February 15, 2024, listed what he said were 10 achievements of the ‘Dravidian Model’ government of the DMK, which he said, had become blueprints for other States to emulate.

“These are not merely 10 achievements. Ministers and government officials from other States have come to see for themselves the ‘Dravidian Model’ of government in the southern corner of the country. This is a historic achievement,” he said in his reply to the motion of thanks for the Governor’s Address in the Assembly.

According to Mr. Stalin, the 33 months since he became the Chief Minister of the State had been months of achievements and development. The first achievement, he said, was Tamil Nadu’s nine per cent contribution to the Indian economy -- this showcased the State’s economic growth.

“The second achievement is that Tamil Nadu has secured the second place when it comes to contributing to the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of the nation. The state’s growth rate has become 8.19 per cent while the country’s growth rate is 7.24 per cent. This is the third achievement,” Mr Stalin said amid thumping of desks by members of the DMK and its allies.

The Chief Minister said the state had controlled inflation, which had fallen to 5.97 per cent while the national figure was 6.65 per cent.

“Tamil Nadu has topped the list of the Export Preparedness Index in the country, and this is the fifth achievement. This is followed by its ranking first in the export of electronic goods,” he said.

Mr Stalin also said the DMK government had created a conducive climate for industrial investment and this had helped Tamil Nadu reach the third position, up from the 14th position, in the country.