Tamil Nadu Finance Minister defends government's borrowings

Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu defended Tamil Nadu's government borrowings in the Assembly, stating they are used for capital expenditure and public welfare. He noted that current borrowings are lower than those during the previous AIADMK government. Thennarasu emphasized that the borrowings are within limits and highlighted projects like Chennai Metro Rail. He responded to opposition concerns about a promised expert committee on state debts, asserting that the DMK government is committed to its principles. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin addressed claims about welfare programs being politically motivated, citing initiatives like the Chief Minister’s Breakfast Scheme. He also stated that the distribution of laptops to students would resume, which had been halted by the previous government.