MK Stalin says Tamil Nadu will move Supreme Court against Centre for ‘halting’ ₹2,000 crore education funds

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin announced that the state government plans to approach the Supreme Court over the Centre's alleged decision to withhold ₹2,000 crore allocated for education. Stalin accused the BJP-led central government of engaging in "petty politics" that negatively impacts the state's educational infrastructure. He emphasized that these funds are crucial for sustaining and improving educational programs that benefit millions of students across Tamil Nadu. The Chief Minister expressed his concerns during a press briefing, highlighting that the halt in funding could disrupt ongoing projects and future initiatives aimed at enhancing educational access and quality. Stalin underscored the state's commitment to prioritizing education, citing past achievements and efforts to ensure equitable learning opportunities for all. The abrupt cessation of funds, he argued, poses a significant threat to these objectives and could undermine years of progress made in the sector. In response to the situation, Stalin affirmed that Tamil Nadu would not remain passive. The state intends to take legal action by moving the Supreme Court to address what he perceives as an unjustified and politically motivated decision by the Centre. This step, according to Stalin, is necessary to protect the educational rights of Tamil Nadu's students and to hold the central government accountable for its financial obligations to the state.

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