“But by cancelling the airport project in Parandur, you have turned back the clock of development by 15 years. Though you promised a total crop loan waiver, you have not done it. You promised six free (LPG) cylinders but went back on your promise by announcing three cylinders. You promised to increase the Magalir Urimai Thittam amount to ₹2,500 but are continuing the DMK scheme of ₹1,000 a month. You have not opened your mouth on many promises,” Mr. Stalin said.
Referring to the Sarkaria Commission inquiry into the alleged corruption in the DMK government led by former Chief Minister M. Karunanidhi, Mr. Stalin said there was no truth in what Mr. Vijay had said in the Assembly.
Mr. Stalin said the Chief Minister had harped on allegations levelled against Karunanidhi by others out of political hatred.
“You cited the letters of the Enforcement Directorate and accused us of corruption. In 95% of the allegations made by the ED, there was no proof, and those who faced the allegations were spared action,” he said.
Mr. Stalin said everyone was aware that the ED was being used to settle political scores against political parties.
“The ED has filed cases against leaders of the Congress, who are part of your alliance. I wonder how you are not aware of it, though you see the Union Government as an ideological enemy,” he said.
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