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TVK Candidate Flags Water Crisis, Vijay Unveils Youth-Focused Manifesto

TVK's Kovilpatti candidate, Balasubramaniam, criticized the unresolved drinking water and infrastructure issues despite decades of rule by major parties. He noted receiving around 80 public demands for basic amenities. Separately, party leader Vijay unveiled the election manifesto, promising anti-drug zones in educational institutions and monthly financial assistance for students. Vijay's vision also includes transforming job seekers into creators and ensuring 75% of jobs in Tamil Nadu go to local people.

Key Points: Tamil Nadu Polls: TVK's Kovilpatti Candidate on Water, Infrastructure

  • Candidate highlights unresolved drinking water crisis
  • 80 public demands for roads and amenities noted
  • Manifesto promises anti-drug protection zones
  • Monthly financial aid for graduates and diploma holders
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TVK's Kovilpatti candidate Balasubramaniam flags drinking water, infrastructure issues in constituency

TVK candidate Balasubramaniam highlights Kovilpatti's water crisis. Party chief Vijay promises anti-drug zones, monthly student aid, and local jobs.

"Our primary goal is to create a drug-free Tamil Nadu. - Vijay"

Thoothukudi, March 30

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam candidate Balasubramaniam from Kovilpatti constituency on Monday highlighted key local issues, including drinking water shortages and inadequate infrastructure.

He highlighted that despite 50 years of rule by two major parties, the drinking water problem in the constituency remains unresolved.

Speaking to the reporters outside Thoothukudi Airport, Balasubramanian said, "We have been working for the past 15 years in Vijay Makkal Iyakkam led by TVK leader Vijay. We have entered public life with the sole aim of serving the people. Although two major parties have ruled the Kovilpatti constituency for the past 50 years, the drinking water problem still remains unresolved."

Balasubramanian added that around 80 public demands, including better road facilities and basic amenities, will be addressed at the earliest.

"Further, we have received around 80 demands from the public, including road facilities and other basic amenities. Steps will be taken to address these issues at the earliest," he said.

Tamil Nadu will go to the polls in a single phase on April 23, covering a total of 234 constituencies in the State. Counting is scheduled for May 4.

A day earlier, Vijay unveiled the party's manifesto for the upcoming elections, promising "anti-drug protection zones" and a monthly assistance for students.

Addressing a press conference in Chennai, Vijay stressed his vision for a drug-free and self-reliant Tamil Nadu. He said anti-drug protection zones" will be established in all schools and colleges across the state. "Our primary goal is to create a drug-free Tamil Nadu," he asserted.

He also assured that all government examinations will be conducted on time without delays.

Vijay announced a monthly assistance of Rs 4,000 for graduates and Rs 2,000 for diploma holders.

Outlining his broader vision, he said, "Our long-term goal is to transform youth from job seekers into job creators." He promised the "Local Employment for Local People" scheme, stating that steps will be taken to ensure 75 per cent of jobs in Tamil Nadu are given to Tamils.

Further, Vijay unveiled the "Creative Entrepreneurs Scheme", aimed at transforming Tamil Nadu into a global hub for creators. Under this initiative, efforts will be made to develop 1.5 lakh creators into entrepreneurs, along with the establishment of 500 creative schools across the state.

- ANI

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Priya S
The manifesto promises sound good, especially the focus on a drug-free state and support for graduates. But will these schemes reach the common man? We've heard many promises before. Action speaks louder than words.
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Suresh O
Local issues like water and roads are what affect our daily life the most. Good that the candidate is focusing on Kovilpatti's specific problems. The 'Local Employment for Local People' scheme is also a much-needed idea for Tamil Nadu.
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Anjali F
Rs. 4000 for graduates is a good step to support youth. But the bigger vision of making them job creators is crucial. The creative schools and entrepreneur scheme sound innovative. Hope it's implemented properly.
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Michael C
Interesting to see a regional party focusing so heavily on youth and creation. The anti-drug zones in schools is a proactive measure many states could learn from. The proof will be in the execution.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, while the promises are grand, the track record of new parties on basic infrastructure is untested. Solving a 50-year water problem is easier said than done. I appreciate the focus, but voters should be cautious and judge by work, not words alone.

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