Edappadi Palaniswami criticises TVK-led Tamil Nadu government over electricity purchase at high rate
AIADMK leader Edappadi K. Palaniswami has criticized the Tamil Nadu government for purchasing electricity at a high rate of ₹37 per unit. He alleged that the current administration is favoring private players and urged them to cancel the agreement.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing political tensions regarding energy policy and public spending in Tamil Nadu.
AIADMK general secretary Edappadi K. Palaniswami , on Tuesday (October 13, 2026), criticised the TVK-led Tamil Nadu government over purchase of electricity reportedly at ₹37 per unit. He further criticised the alleged attempt to favour private players.
Citing reports in this regard, Mr. Palaniswami said the Andhra Pradesh government has reportedly signed an agreement on September 9 to purchase electricity at ₹16-20 per unit. No other State has signed an agreement at ₹32-37 per unit like Tamil Nadu, he charged.
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