DMDK urges govt. to roll back power tariff hike, take action on outages
The DMDK party has formally requested the Tamil Nadu government to reverse a recent electricity tariff hike and address frequent power outages. The party claims these issues are negatively impacting farmers, small businesses, and the general public.
Why it matters
Energy affordability and reliability are critical economic issues that directly affect the livelihoods of citizens and the operational stability of local industries.
The Desiya Murpokku Dravida Kazhagam (DMDK) on Saturday urged the Tamil Nadu government to withdraw the recent electricity tariff hike and take immediate steps to address recurring power outages across the State.
In a statement, DMDK general secretary Premallatha Vijayakant said frequent power cuts and higher electricity charges had adversely affected farmers, small businesses, traders, and the general public. She said the outages were disrupting agricultural activities, industries, and daily life, and called on Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay and the Electricity Minister to take urgent corrective measures.
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