“Over the past five years, sugarcane cultivation has declined from 100% to 30%. If this trend continues, TN may be forced to import sugar from Maharashtra.” – Minister Aadhav Arjuna
“The alliance with the PMK was the reason for the AIADMK’s victory in the northern districts. In seven districts of TN, the AIADMK has won only three constituencies.” – C.V.Shanmugam
A Bill to amend the Value Added Tax Act to impose a new Environmental and Social Welfare Tax on alcoholic beverages has been passed by the TN Legislative Assembly.
The TN Govt allocates Rs.264.14 crore for drug prevention and control.
The 8th Spices exhibition and summer festival organised by Nilgiris district administration, horticulture and tourism departments was inaugurated by District Collector ,J.Innocent Divya at the St.Thomas school grounds in Gudalur. A model of Valluvar kottam made of 14 spices was the highlight of the exhibition .Cultural events were also a part of the festival.