Dhinakaran Urges Tamil Nadu Government to Control Rising Prices

Amma Makkal Munnetra Kazhagam general secretary T.T.V. Dhinakaran urged the Tamil Nadu government to take immediate steps to control inflation, stating the State ranks first in India for price hikes.

Inflation and Allegations

Mr. Dhinakaran pointed out that retail inflation in the State has reached 7.29 per cent. He blamed this increase on administrative negligence and a failure to take timely action. He alleged that the government remained a passive bystander while essential goods became more expensive.

Government Claims

According to Mr. Dhinakaran, authorities are only trying to cover up the real situation. He claimed officials are boasting about keeping items like rice, sugar, and pulses under control and stopping hoarding, while the ground reality is different.

Administration Criticism

He stated that Tamil Nadu has slipped backward over the past six months due to inefficient administration. He demanded that the government stop using social media propaganda through paid virtual warriors and instead focus on practical steps to lower prices.

Context

Inflation measures the rate at which the general level of prices for goods and services rises, eroding purchasing power over time. State governments often face political pressure from opposition parties when retail prices of everyday items like food grains and pulses increase significantly.