Tamil Nadu is committed to working constructively with Centre, says Vijay
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to discuss state-center cooperation and federal autonomy. He requested the release of pending education funds and reiterated the state's opposition to the NEET medical entrance exam.
Why it matters
The meeting highlights ongoing tensions between India's federal government and state administrations regarding education policy and fiscal autonomy.
Balancing a call for greater State autonomy with an assurance of cooperation, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay said on Thursday (June 11, 2026) that his government would work constructively with the Centre even while safeguarding the State’s interests and aspirations.
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