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AIADMK Leader Criticizes TN Govt Over Cauvery Water for Kuruvai Crops
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 18 Jun 2026, 12:31 PM
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AIADMK leader Edappadi Palaniswami has accused the Tamil Nadu government of failing to secure Cauvery river water for the upcoming kuruvai cultivation season.
Former Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami has voiced strong criticism against the current state government, alleging a failure to ensure adequate Cauvery river water for the crucial kuruvai cultivation period. Palaniswami stated that the government's inaction has jeopardized the agricultural prospects for farmers relying on this water source.
He further pointed out alleged discrepancies between government announcements and the Governor's address. Palaniswami noted that while the government had reportedly announced 436 schemes across various departments during a Cabinet meeting, these initiatives were conspicuously absent from the Governor's speech. This omission, he suggested, raises questions about the government's commitment and follow-through on its stated plans.
He further pointed out alleged discrepancies between government announcements and the Governor's address. Palaniswami noted that while the government had reportedly announced 436 schemes across various departments during a Cabinet meeting, these initiatives were conspicuously absent from the Governor's speech. This omission, he suggested, raises questions about the government's commitment and follow-through on its stated plans.