Our priority is to speed up implementation of government schemes: Chief Minister Stalin

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin said on Saturday that his top priority was to speed up the implementation of government schemes that were lagging and to meet the expectations of the women and youth he had interacted with during his tour on June 25 and 26.

“In all districts, at least one family has benefitted from the schemes of the DMK government in the last four years. I interact with people to understand the benefits that have reached their districts and the employment opportunities created through industries,” he said, writing about his experience in the Vellore and Tirupattur districts.

Mr. Stalin asserted that he does not get carried away by praise and was always open to constructive criticism and willing to make corrections. “I reject criticism that stem from hatred,” he added.

Seeking to put an end to reports that Minister Duraimurugan was no longer in his good books, the Chief Minister said it was a great experience to travel with Mr. Duraimurugan and hear about his political journey. “He has worked with Anna and Kalaignar, and he continues to work with me. That proves his commitment,” he said.

Mr. Stalin also appreciated the arrangements made by Minister for Public Works E.V. Velu during his visit to Tirupattur, where he unveiled the statue of former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi.

He also recalled his emotional one-on-one meeting with Killai Ravichandran from Cuddalore. “The path of the Dravidian movement is clear — it connects party cadre with the people. It will overcome all obstacles and unite everyone under one front,” he added.