Madurai, 01 March (H.S.): Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a massive public rally here, targeting the state government's handling of development, law and order, women's safety, and central scheme implementation.Before the rally,PM Modi visited the Arulmigu Subramanya Swamy Temple at Thirupparankundram, describing the darshan of Lord Murugan as a profoundly spiritual moment. He prayed for Tamil Nadu's and India's prosperity, recalling young devotee Thiru Purna Chandran, who recently passed away, and offered condolences to his wife Thirumati Indumati Purna Chandran and their two young children.

Critique of State Governance

PM Modi asserted that in democracy, no one fears dissent, yet women's safety remains a grave concern under the current regime. Crime rates have surged, with drugs and illicit activities devastating families.He emphasized that 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) is incomplete without 'Viksit Tamil Nadu,' positioning the state as pivotal to national progress. Stalled projects like port integrations, corridors, and logistics have gained momentum under the Centre, including Chennai-Kamarajar port unification and the Maduravoyal Elevated Corridor, boosting economic activity.

Development and Cultural Push

Under the central rural housing scheme, lakhs of families received pucca homes, though state-level coordination lags have slowed some initiatives. Urban upgrades for better amenities, sanitation, and drainage are underway via central schemes.

PM Modi hailed global respect for Tamil culture, citing the Tiruvalluvar Chair at Malaya University as a key step in promoting Tamil language worldwide. He reiterated the national resolve for a developed India by 2047, with Tamil Nadu's role being crucial.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar