Delimitation inevitable, TN lacking agenda of reform: Andhra CM Naidu

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister & TDP President N Chandrababu Naidu has alleged that Tamil Nadu is lacking an agenda of reforms. The state has to go for reforms.Addressing a press conference in Chennai on the last day of election campaigning, Naidu questioned claims by Rahul Gandhi and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin that the opposition had "defeated" the delimitation-linked proposal.defended the proposed delimitation exercise, asserting that it is "inevitable" and will not cause injustice to any state, while hitting out at the Congress and DMK for opposing it. Congress and DMK need to tell what kind of victory this is. They have betrayed the women," Naidu said. Naidu ask, "Who is imposing Hindi? The govt of India is supporting mother tongue (regional languages) in respective states. If all of us learn Hindi, we will benefit more. Why can't we learn as many languages as possible to get global opportunities?" 

#WATCH | Chennai | On MK Stalin alleging Hindi imposition in TN, Andhra Pradesh CM & TDP President N Chandrababu Naidu says, "Who is imposing? The govt of India is supporting mother tongue (regional languages) in respective states. If all of us learn Hindi, we will benefit more.… pic.twitter.com/wO0dKQzQ9P

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He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for promoting reforms and fostering competitive federalism. "India is now among the fastest-growing economies. The Prime Minister has a clear vision for 'Viksit Bharat 2047', and states must align with that growth trajectory," he said.