Modi slams Stalin govt, says it managed media instead of Chennai floods

Taking a dig at the MK Stalin government, Modi said instead of taking up flood management initiatives, it allegedly sent out the message through media that everything was fine

Update: 2024-03-04 14:16 GMT
Modi at a public meeting ahead of the Lok Sabha elections, at Nandanam YMCA Ground, in Chennai. Photo: PTI

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (March 4) accused the DMK government of failing to do flood management during the severe inundation Chennai faced last December, and instead “managing the media” to send out the message that everything is fine.

“DMK government did not do flood management but media management; the government told the media that all is well during Chennai floods," the prime minister said addressing a public meeting in Chennai. 

Modi claimed that the DMK is upset that it is unable to "make money" out of central government schemes.

Stating that he shares a long-time bond with Tamil Nadu, Modi claimed that some people in the state today are unable to stomach the BJP's growing popularity.

Speaking of development, the prime minister said that in the mission to build a developed India, the people of Chennai would play a very important role.

"Every time I come to Chennai I feel energised by the people. It is great to be here in this city which is full of life. Chennai is also a great hub of talent, trade and tradition," he added.

(With inputs from agencies)

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